Where to Find Feldspar in Connecticut
Connecticut has 5 mapped collecting spots that report feldspar, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every feldspar spot we track in Connecticut
Best spotCase QuarriesLower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Beryl, Aquamarine, Columbite +5
Collins HillLower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Apatite, Aquamarine, Beryl +7- Roebling MineWestern Connecticut Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Aquamarine, Beryl, Biotite +5
- UnionNortheastern Connecticut Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Feldspar, Moonstone, Cordierite
- GlastonburyCapitol Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Columbite, Feldspar
Standout feldspar spots in Connecticut
Hand-picked from the full list above, with the reason each one earns a trip.
Best counties for feldspar in Connecticut
Ranked by the number of mapped feldspar spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region2 spots
- Capitol Planning Region1 spot
- Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region1 spot
- Western Connecticut Planning Region1 spot
Feldspar in Connecticut FAQ
Where can you find feldspar in Connecticut?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Capitol Planning Region, and Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many feldspar spots are mapped in Connecticut?+
5 spots across 4 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 feldspar in Connecticut?+
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. 5 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 feldspar in Connecticut 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.
