Where to Find Apatite in New Jersey
New Jersey has 7 mapped collecting spots that report apatite, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Hudson County County with 3 spots. 7 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 7 apatite collecting spots in New Jersey
Best counties for apatite in New Jersey
Ranked by the number of mapped apatite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Hudson County3 spots
- Morris County2 spots
- Bergen County1 spot
- Sussex County1 spot
Every apatite spot we track in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
Before you go
Read the apatite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Apatite in the encyclopedia.
Apatite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can you find apatite in New Jersey?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Hudson County County, Morris County County, and Bergen County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many apatite spots are mapped in New Jersey?+
7 spots across 4 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect apatite in New Jersey?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 7 of the 7 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt apatite in New Jersey with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
