Where to Find Chalcopyrite in New Jersey
4 mapped chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 3 counties. Chalcopyrite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Chalcopyrite by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of chalcopyrite spots in our database.
Every chalcopyrite spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mine Hill (bornite)Iron Mountain Road | Morris County | 40.8866, -74.6050 | Public | |
| Mt. FreedomRandolph Trails/Patriots' Path (Blue) | Morris County |
| 40.8207, -74.5848 | Public |
| RingwoodPeters Mine Road | Passaic County | 41.1464, -74.2693 | Public | |
| HopewellLong Hill Road | Somerset County | 40.4578, -74.7207 | Public |
Chalcopyrite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find chalcopyrite in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 chalcopyrite spots in New Jersey, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Morris County.
Is collecting chalcopyrite legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcopyrite 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 chalcopyrite location in New Jersey?+
Morris County has the most chalcopyrite spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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