Where to Find Quartz in Vermont
Vermont has 5 mapped collecting spots that report quartz, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Grand Isle County County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 quartz collecting spots in Vermont
Best counties for quartz in Vermont
Ranked by the number of mapped quartz spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Grand Isle County2 spots
- Rutland County1 spot
- Windham County1 spot
- Windsor County1 spot
Every quartz spot we track in Vermont
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand IsleNautical Court | Grand Isle County | 44.6322, -73.2704 | Public | |
| South AlburgU.S. Route 2 South | Grand Isle County | 44.8969, -73.2757 | Public | |
| Devil's DenSeasonal Forestry Road | Rutland County |
| 43.3569, -72.8928 | Public |
| Adams BrookAdams Hill Road | Windham County |
| 42.9508, -72.7582 | Public |
| GassettsVermont Route 103 North | Windsor County | 43.3322, -72.6158 | Public |
Before you go
Read the quartz identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Quartz in the encyclopedia.
Quartz in Vermont FAQ
Where can you find quartz in Vermont?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Grand Isle County County, Rutland County County, and Windham County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many quartz spots are mapped in Vermont?+
5 spots across 4 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect quartz in Vermont?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt quartz in Vermont with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
