Rockhounding in Jefferson County, New York
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Jefferson County. Most commonly produces hematite, barite, calcite, fluorite.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Jefferson County, New York
Minerals reported in Jefferson County
Spots in Jefferson County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muskellunge LakeNew Connecticut Road | 44.3054, -75.6755 | Public | |
| PhiladelphiaSand Street | 44.1546, -75.7094 | Public | |
| Pillar PointMoffatt Road | 44.0241, -76.1141 | Public | |
| Sterling MineUS 11 | 44.2417, -75.5939 | Permission |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Jefferson County. A natural extension if Jefferson County is already on your trip plan.
- Saint Lawrence County~23 mi19 spotsTop: Calcite, Barite, Fluorite
- Onondaga County~81 mi3 spotsTop: Fluorite, Peridotite
- Herkimer County~87 mi11 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
- Warren County~99 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Essex County~101 mi10 spotsTop: Labradorite, Graphite, Scapolite
- Montgomery County~107 mi6 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz
Jefferson County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Jefferson County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Jefferson County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Jefferson County?+
Spots in Jefferson County most often produce Hematite, Barite, Calcite, Fluorite, Magnetite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Jefferson 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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