Where to Find Agate in New Jersey
10 mapped agate rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 5 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States.
Map of 10 agate rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Agate by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.
Every agate spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergen CountySoldier Hill Road | Bergen County | 40.9654, -74.0542 | Public | |
| HobokenPaterson Plank Road | Hudson County | 40.7502, -74.0383 | Public | |
| HaledonValley View Road | Passaic County | 40.9365, -74.1943 | Public | |
| 3M QuarryRidge Trail | Somerset County | 40.4583, -74.7135 | Public | |
| BarnardsvilleOld Quarry Road | Somerset County | 40.7095, -74.5740 | Public | |
| Bound BrookFire Road | Somerset County | 40.5890, -74.5678 | Public | |
| KingstonGeorgetown-Franklin Turnpike | Somerset County | 40.3971, -74.6095 | Public | |
| SomervilleChimney Rock Road | Somerset County | 40.5847, -74.5672 | Public | |
| Union CountyValley Road | Somerset County | 40.6602, -74.4091 | Public | |
| Houdaille QuarryPhillipsburg-Newark Expressway | Union County | 40.7100, -74.3348 | Public |
Agate in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find agate in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 agate spots in New Jersey, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Somerset County.
Is collecting agate legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in New Jersey, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best agate location in New Jersey?+
Somerset County has the most agate spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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