Where to Find Banded Agate in New Jersey
7 mapped banded agate rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 4 counties. Banded Agate is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 7 banded agate rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Banded Agate by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of banded agate spots in our database.
Every banded agate 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 | |
| Pompton LakesI 287 | Passaic County | 41.0054, -74.3071 | Public | |
| Prospect Park QuarryNorth 16th Street | Passaic County | 40.9404, -74.1748 | Public | |
| Warren TownshipRed Hill Road | Somerset County | 40.6298, -74.5312 | Public |
Banded Agate in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find banded agate in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 banded agate spots in New Jersey, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Hudson County.
Is collecting banded agate legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like banded 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 banded agate location in New Jersey?+
Hudson County has the most banded 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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