Rockhounding in Orange County, Vermont
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Orange County. Most commonly produces chalcopyrite, pyrrhotite, actinolite, calcite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Orange County, Vermont
Minerals reported in Orange County
Spots in Orange County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth MineCrosstown Trail | 43.8212, -72.3374 | Public | |
| Ely MineSouth Vershire Road | 43.9272, -72.2848 | Public | |
| White RiverVermont Route 12A | 43.9475, -72.7182 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Vermont
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Orange County. A natural extension if Orange County is already on your trip plan.
- Rutland County~37 mi3 spotsTop: Green Aventurine, Ilmenite, Marble
- Windsor County~38 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Pyrite, Actinolite
- Lamoille County~49 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Asbestos, Calcite
- Orleans County~65 mi3 spotsTop: Beryl, Chlorite, Feldspar
- Franklin County~70 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Dunham Dolomite, Fuschite
- Grand Isle County~75 mi3 spotsTop: Quartz, Calcite, Fossils
Across the state line from Orange 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 Vermont.
- Grafton County~25 miNew Hampshire · 11 spotsTop: Staurolite, Quartz, Beryl
- Sullivan County~38 miNew Hampshire · 3 spotsTop: Beryl, Amethyst, Aquamarine
- Essex County~66 miNew York · 10 spotsTop: Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite
- Carroll County~68 miNew Hampshire · 4 spotsTop: Smoky Quartz, Amethyst, Feldspar
Orange County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Orange County, Vermont?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Orange County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Orange County?+
Spots in Orange County most often produce Chalcopyrite, Pyrrhotite, Actinolite, Calcite, Garnet. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Orange 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.
Plan a Orange County rockhounding trip
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