Where to Find Bornite in New Jersey
3 mapped bornite rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 2 counties. Bornite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 3 bornite rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Bornite by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of bornite spots in our database.
Every bornite spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mine Hill (bornite)Iron Mountain Road | Morris County | 40.8866, -74.6050 | Public | |
| Bound BrookFire Road | Somerset County | 40.5890, -74.5678 | Public | |
| Union CountyValley Road | Somerset County | 40.6602, -74.4091 | Public |
Bornite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find bornite in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 bornite spots in New Jersey, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Somerset County.
Is collecting bornite legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like bornite 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 bornite location in New Jersey?+
Somerset County has the most bornite spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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