Rockhounding in Washington County, Vermont
1 mapped rockhounding spot in Washington County. Most commonly produces gold.
Map showing 1 rockhounding spot in Washington County, Vermont
Minerals reported in Washington County
Spots in Washington County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad RiverVermont Route 100 | 44.0928, -72.8645 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Vermont
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Washington County. A natural extension if Washington County is already on your trip plan.
- Orange County~25 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Pyrrhotite, Actinolite
- Lamoille County~37 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Asbestos, Calcite
- Rutland County~40 mi3 spotsTop: Green Aventurine, Ilmenite, Marble
- Windsor County~53 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Pyrite, Actinolite
- Grand Isle County~54 mi3 spotsTop: Quartz, Calcite, Fossils
- Franklin County~54 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Dunham Dolomite, Fuschite
Across the state line from Washington 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.
Washington County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Washington County, Vermont?+
RockHoundR tracks 1 rockhounding spot in Washington County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Washington County?+
Spots in Washington County most often produce Gold. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Washington 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 Washington County rockhounding trip
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