Rockhounding in York County, Pennsylvania
3 mapped rockhounding spots in York County. Most commonly produces agate, amethyst, andradite garnet, azurite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in York County, Pennsylvania
Minerals reported in York County
- Agate1
- Amethyst1
- Andradite Garnet1
- Azurite1
- Chalcedony1
- Copper1
- Malachite1
- Opal1
Spots in York County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| HarrisburgPleasant View Road |
| 40.1651, -76.8443 | Public |
| Rossville Road CutOld York Road | 40.0717, -76.9236 | Public | |
| York HavenBowers Bridge Road | 40.0996, -76.7473 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Pennsylvania
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to York County. A natural extension if York County is already on your trip plan.
- Cumberland County~17 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Agate Nodules, Amethyst
- Lancaster County~31 mi5 spotsTop: Brucite, Chromite, Dogtooth Calcite
- Adams County~32 mi4 spotsTop: Chabazite, Copper, Epidote
- Berks County~55 mi6 spotsTop: Jasper, Agate, Chalcedony
- Chester County~57 mi10 spotsTop: Quartz, Amethyst, Azurite
- Huntingdon County~65 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
Across the state line from York 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.
York County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in York County, Pennsylvania?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in York County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in York County?+
Spots in York County most often produce Agate, Amethyst, Andradite Garnet, Azurite, Chalcedony. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these York 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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