Where to Find Fossils in New Jersey
3 mapped fossils rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 2 counties. Fossil collecting on most BLM and Forest Service land is allowed for invertebrate and plant fossils, with limits.
Map of 3 fossils rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Fossils by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of fossils spots in our database.
Every fossils spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil ParkVeterans Memorial Highway | Gloucester County | 39.7622, -75.1274 | Public | |
| Mullica HillMullica Hill Road | Gloucester County | 39.7331, -75.2202 | Public | |
| Manasquan | Monmouth County | 40.1127, -74.0318 | Public |
Fossils in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find fossils in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 fossils spots in New Jersey, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Gloucester County.
Is collecting fossils legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fossils 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 fossils location in New Jersey?+
Gloucester County has the most fossils spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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