Where to Find Chalcedony in Pennsylvania
7 mapped chalcedony rockhounding spots in Pennsylvania, across 7 counties. Chalcedony is the parent name for microcrystalline quartz, including agate, jasper, carnelian, and chrysoprase.
Map of 7 chalcedony rockhounding spots in Pennsylvania
Chalcedony by county in Pennsylvania
Counties ranked by number of chalcedony spots in our database.
Every chalcedony spot in Pennsylvania
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WatersideOld Mill Road | Bedford County | 40.1712, -78.3936 | Public | |
| Alsace TownshipSeidel Road | Berks County | 40.3670, -75.8656 | Public | |
| FeastervilleOld Lincoln Highway | Bucks County | 40.1530, -74.9537 | Public | |
| PhiladelphiaBoy Scout Bridge | Delaware County | 40.0130, -75.3895 | Public | |
| BridgeportRiver Road | Montgomery County | 40.0987, -75.3272 | Public | |
| DerryMill Street | Westmoreland County | 40.3488, -79.2681 | Public | |
| HarrisburgPleasant View Road | York County |
| 40.1651, -76.8443 | Public |
Chalcedony in Pennsylvania FAQ
Where can I find chalcedony in Pennsylvania?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 chalcedony spots in Pennsylvania, spread across 7 counties. The strongest concentration is in Bedford County.
Is collecting chalcedony legal in Pennsylvania?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcedony is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania?+
Bedford County has the most chalcedony spots in our database for Pennsylvania. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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