Where to Find Diopside in New York
New York has 5 mapped collecting spots that report diopside, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Saint Lawrence County with 3 spots. 4 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every diopside spot we track in New York
Lake HarrisEssex County, New YorkPublic access · Albite, Amphibole, Apatite +10- Brant LakeWarren County, New YorkPublic access · Apatite, Calcite, Diopside +4
- RichvilleSaint Lawrence County, New YorkPublic access · Moonstone, Diopside, Brown Tourmaline
- Rose RoadSaint Lawrence County, New YorkPublic access · Diopside, Calcite, Fluorapatite
Calvin Mitchell FarmSaint Lawrence County, New YorkPermission required · Diopside
Best counties for diopside in New York
Ranked by the number of mapped diopside spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Before you go
Read the diopside identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Diopside in the encyclopedia.
Diopside in New York FAQ
Where can you find diopside in New York?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Saint Lawrence County, Essex County, and Warren County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many diopside spots are mapped in New York?+
5 spots across 3 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect diopside in New York?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 4 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt diopside in New York with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
