Where to Find Calcite in Connecticut
5 mapped calcite rockhounding spots in Connecticut, across 4 counties. Calcite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 5 calcite rockhounding spots in Connecticut
Calcite by county in Connecticut
Counties ranked by number of calcite spots in our database.
Every calcite spot in Connecticut
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Granby QuarrySouth Main Street | Capitol Planning Region | 41.9361, -72.7400 | Public | |
| Long Hill MineOld Mine Road | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | 41.2889, -73.2264 | Public | |
| Bristol Copper MineMines Road | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | 41.7188, -72.9235 | Public | |
| MeridenQuarry Lane | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | 41.5597, -72.7959 | Public | |
| Pine Rock QuarryHigh Top Circle West | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | 41.3381, -72.9512 | Public |
Calcite in Connecticut FAQ
Where can I find calcite in Connecticut?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 calcite spots in Connecticut, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in South Central Connecticut Planning Region.
Is collecting calcite legal in Connecticut?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like calcite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Connecticut, 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 calcite location in Connecticut?+
South Central Connecticut Planning Region has the most calcite spots in our database for Connecticut. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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