Rockhounding in Franklin County, Vermont
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Franklin County. Most commonly produces actinolite, dunham dolomite, fuschite, magnetite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Franklin County, Vermont
Minerals reported in Franklin County
Spots in Franklin County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| East FletcherBakersfield Road | 44.7203, -72.8308 | Public | |
| RichfordJay Road | 44.9961, -72.5652 | Public | |
| SwantonBarney Lane | 44.9080, -73.0964 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Vermont
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Franklin County. A natural extension if Franklin County is already on your trip plan.
- Lamoille County~21 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Asbestos, Calcite
- Grand Isle County~23 mi3 spotsTop: Quartz, Calcite, Fossil
- Orleans County~25 mi3 spotsTop: Beryl, Chlorite, Feldspar
- Washington County~54 mi1 spotTop: Gold
- Orange County~70 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Pyrrhotite, Actinolite
- Rutland County~94 mi3 spotsTop: Green Aventurine, Ilmenite, Marble
Across the state line from Franklin 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.
Franklin County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Franklin County, Vermont?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Franklin County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Franklin County?+
Spots in Franklin County most often produce Actinolite, Dunham Dolomite, Fuschite, Magnetite, Pyrite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Franklin 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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