Rockhounding in Onondaga County, New York
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Onondaga County. Most commonly produces fluorite, peridotite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Onondaga County, New York
Minerals reported in Onondaga County
Spots in Onondaga County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| FayettevilleSalt Springs Road | 43.0288, -75.9649 | Public | |
| ManliusEast Seneca Turnpike | 42.9966, -76.0261 | Public | |
| SyracuseSouth State Street | 43.0470, -76.1475 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New York
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Onondaga County. A natural extension if Onondaga County is already on your trip plan.
- Herkimer County~55 mi11 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz, Calcite
- Montgomery County~78 mi6 spotsTop: Herkimer Diamond, Quartz
- Jefferson County~81 mi4 spotsTop: Hematite, Barite, Calcite
- Saint Lawrence County~98 mi19 spotsTop: Calcite, Barite, Fluorite
- Warren County~116 mi3 spotsTop: Garnet, Almandine, Apatite
- Niagara County~135 mi1 spotTop: Fluorite
Onondaga County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Onondaga County, New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Onondaga County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Onondaga County?+
Spots in Onondaga County most often produce Fluorite, Peridotite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Onondaga 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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