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.
Map of 5 diopside collecting spots in New York
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.
Every diopside spot we track in New York
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake HarrisDonks Lane | Essex County | 43.9736, -74.1467 | Public | |
| Calvin Mitchell FarmCounty Road 33 | Saint Lawrence County | 44.4525, -75.3284 | Permission | |
| RichvilleDailey Road | Saint Lawrence County | 44.3813, -75.4684 | Public | |
| Rose RoadState Route 3 | Saint Lawrence County | 44.1991, -75.2289 | Public | |
| Brant LakeState Route 8 | Warren County | 43.7032, -73.7119 | Public |
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 appears on the map above with 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.
