Rockhounding in Adams County, Pennsylvania
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Adams County. Most commonly produces chabazite, copper, epidote, malachite.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Adams County, Pennsylvania
Minerals reported in Adams County
Spots in Adams County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams CountyIron Springs Road | 39.7556, -77.4529 | Public | |
| GettysburgBaltimore Pike | 39.8037, -77.2128 | Public | |
| Piney MountainPine Grove Road | 39.9613, -77.3994 | Public | |
| Valley QuarryBaltimore Pike | 39.8034, -77.2126 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Pennsylvania
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Adams County. A natural extension if Adams County is already on your trip plan.
- Franklin County~11 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Garnet, Jasper
- Cumberland County~23 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Agate Nodule, Amethyst
- York County~32 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Andradite Garnet
- Huntingdon County~53 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
- Lebanon County~55 mi2 spotsTop: Magnetite, Pyrite, Actinolite
- Lancaster County~55 mi5 spotsTop: Brucite, Chromite, Dogtooth Calcite
Across the state line from Adams 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 Pennsylvania.
Adams County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Adams County, Pennsylvania?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Adams County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Adams County?+
Spots in Adams County most often produce Chabazite, Copper, Epidote, Malachite, Azurite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Adams 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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