Where to Find Beryl in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has 7 mapped collecting spots that report beryl, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Hampshire County County with 4 spots. 7 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 7 beryl collecting spots in Massachusetts
Best counties for beryl in Massachusetts
Ranked by the number of mapped beryl spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every beryl spot we track in Massachusetts
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BlandfordBeech Hill Road | Hampden County | 42.1662, -72.9463 | Public | |
| ChesterfieldCowper Road | Hampshire County | 42.3555, -72.8234 | Public | |
| GoshenBerkshire Trail West | Hampshire County | 42.4499, -72.8243 | Public | |
| NorwichPond Brook Road | Hampshire County | 42.2872, -72.8384 | Public | |
| Norwich BridgeWorthington Road | Hampshire County | 42.2487, -72.8681 | Public | |
| Reynolds Mine at Beryl HillBeryl Hill Road | Worcester County | 42.6912, -72.1439 | Public | |
| Rollstone HillKing Street | Worcester County | 42.5803, -71.8119 | Public |
Before you go
Read the beryl identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Beryl in the encyclopedia.
Beryl in Massachusetts FAQ
Where can you find beryl in Massachusetts?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Hampshire County County, Worcester County County, and Hampden County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many beryl spots are mapped in Massachusetts?+
7 spots across 3 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 beryl in Massachusetts?+
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 beryl in Massachusetts 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.
