Rockhounding in Delaware County, Pennsylvania
8 mapped rockhounding spots in Delaware County. Most commonly produces quartz, amethyst, feldspar, garnet.
Map showing 8 rockhounding spots in Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Spots in Delaware County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue HillSycamore Mills Road | 39.9467, -75.4236 | Public | |
| Chester CreekEast Peters Lane | 39.8737, -75.4605 | Public | |
| Crum CreekParkridge Drive | 39.9227, -75.3642 | Public | |
| East Branch Naamanm CreekBroomall Street | 39.8252, -75.4456 | Public | |
| MarpleSouth Feathering Lane | 39.9380, -75.4162 | Public | |
| PhiladelphiaBoy Scout Bridge | 40.0130, -75.3895 | Public | |
| Prospect ParkWanamaker Avenue |
| 39.8774, -75.3059 | Public |
| UplandWaterville Road | 39.8748, -75.3791 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Pennsylvania
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Delaware County. A natural extension if Delaware County is already on your trip plan.
- Chester County~21 mi10 spotsTop: Quartz, Amethyst, Azurite
- Bucks County~30 mi6 spotsTop: Petrified Wood, Jasper, Agate
- Berks County~37 mi6 spotsTop: Jasper, Agate, Chalcedony
- Lancaster County~48 mi5 spotsTop: Brucite, Chromite, Dogtooth Calcite
- Carbon County~69 mi3 spotsTop: Quartz, Allanite, Autunite
- Monroe County~70 mi3 spotsTop: Quartz, Agatized Coral, Azurite
Across the state line from Delaware County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Pennsylvania.
Delaware County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Delaware County, Pennsylvania?+
RockHoundR tracks 8 rockhounding spots in Delaware County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Delaware County?+
Spots in Delaware County most often produce Quartz, Amethyst, Feldspar, Garnet, Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Delaware County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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