Where to Find Chalcedony in New Jersey
6 mapped chalcedony rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 4 counties. Chalcedony is the parent name for microcrystalline quartz, including agate, jasper, carnelian, and chrysoprase.
Map of 6 chalcedony rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Chalcedony by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of chalcedony spots in our database.
Every chalcedony spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bergen CountySoldier Hill Road | Bergen County | 40.9654, -74.0542 | Public | |
| Cape MayCape May Promenade | Cape May County | 38.9306, -74.9112 | Public | |
| Pompton LakesI 287 | Passaic County | 41.0054, -74.3071 | Public | |
| Prospect Park QuarryNorth 16th Street | Passaic County | 40.9404, -74.1748 | Public | |
| Union CountyValley Road | Somerset County | 40.6602, -74.4091 | Public | |
| Warren TownshipRed Hill Road | Somerset County | 40.6298, -74.5312 | Public |
Chalcedony in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find chalcedony in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 chalcedony spots in New Jersey, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Passaic County.
Is collecting chalcedony legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcedony 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 chalcedony location in New Jersey?+
Passaic County has the most chalcedony spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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