Where to Find Chalcopyrite in Connecticut
4 mapped chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Connecticut, across 4 counties. Chalcopyrite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Connecticut
Chalcopyrite by county in Connecticut
Counties ranked by number of chalcopyrite spots in our database.
Every chalcopyrite spot in Connecticut
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MiddletownMiddlesex Avenue | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | 41.5784, -72.6404 | Public | |
| Bristol Copper MineMines Road | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | 41.7188, -72.9235 | Public | |
| Old Iron MineMine Hill Road | Northwest Hills Planning Region | 41.5575, -73.3387 | Public | |
| Lamberts MineDerby Turnpike | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | 41.3063, -72.9828 | Public |
Chalcopyrite in Connecticut FAQ
Where can I find chalcopyrite in Connecticut?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 chalcopyrite spots in Connecticut, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region.
Is collecting chalcopyrite legal in Connecticut?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcopyrite 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 chalcopyrite location in Connecticut?+
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region has the most chalcopyrite spots in our database for Connecticut. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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