Where to Find Apatite in New Jersey
7 mapped apatite rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 4 counties. Apatite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 7 apatite rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Apatite by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of apatite spots in our database.
Every apatite spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The PalisadesLong Path | Bergen County | 40.9500, -73.9202 | Public | |
| Bergen Hill by Hudson RiverNew Jersey Turnpike Newark Bay Extension | Hudson County | 40.7108, -74.0543 | Public | |
| General Area (Hudson/Passaic)New Street | Hudson County | 40.6634, -74.1099 | Public | |
| Snake HillLaurel Hill Road | Hudson County | 40.7581, -74.0893 | Public | |
| HiberniaFour Birds / Hibernia Brook Trail | Morris County | 40.9449, -74.4928 | Public | |
| Mount HopeLake Denmark Road | Morris County | 40.9372, -74.5400 | Public | |
| Franklin (minerals)Cork Hill Road | Sussex County | 41.1008, -74.5931 | Public |
Apatite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find apatite in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 apatite spots in New Jersey, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Hudson County.
Is collecting apatite legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like apatite 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 apatite location in New Jersey?+
Hudson County has the most apatite spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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