Where to Find Chalcopyrite in Massachusetts
6 mapped chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Massachusetts, across 4 counties. Chalcopyrite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 6 chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Massachusetts
Chalcopyrite by county in Massachusetts
Counties ranked by number of chalcopyrite spots in our database.
Every chalcopyrite spot in Massachusetts
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NewburyportScotland Heights Drive | Essex County | 42.7851, -70.9064 | Public | |
| Davis MineDavis Mine Road | Franklin County | 42.6834, -72.8650 | Public | |
| LeverettNumber Six Road | Franklin County | 42.4595, -72.4589 | Public | |
| MontagueLong Plain Road | Franklin County | 42.5072, -72.5247 | Public | |
| LoudvillePine Hill Road | Hampshire County |
| 42.2863, -72.7248 | Public |
| SterlingMain Street | Worcester County | 42.4366, -71.7616 | Public |
Chalcopyrite in Massachusetts FAQ
Where can I find chalcopyrite in Massachusetts?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 chalcopyrite spots in Massachusetts, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Franklin County.
Is collecting chalcopyrite legal in Massachusetts?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcopyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts?+
Franklin County has the most chalcopyrite spots in our database for Massachusetts. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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