Rockhounding in Orleans County, Vermont
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Orleans County. Most commonly produces beryl, chlorite, feldspar, garnet.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Orleans County, Vermont
Minerals reported in Orleans County
Spots in Orleans County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay PeakLong Trail | 44.9223, -72.5226 | Public | |
| Lake WilloughbySouth Trail | 44.7276, -72.0329 | Public | |
| Missisquoi RiverLoop Road | 44.8662, -72.4168 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Vermont
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Orleans County. A natural extension if Orleans County is already on your trip plan.
- Lamoille County~22 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Asbestos, Calcite
- Franklin County~25 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Dunham Dolomite, Fuschite
- Grand Isle County~47 mi3 spotsTop: Quartz, Calcite, Fossils
- Orange County~65 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Pyrrhotite, Actinolite
- Rutland County~97 mi3 spotsTop: Green Aventurine, Ilmenite, Marble
- Windsor County~103 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Pyrite, Actinolite
Across the state line from Orleans 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.
Orleans County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Orleans County, Vermont?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Orleans County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Orleans County?+
Spots in Orleans County most often produce Beryl, Chlorite, Feldspar, Garnet, Gold. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Orleans 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 Orleans County rockhounding trip
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on the map alongside land overlays, weather, geology, and your saved finds.
