Where to Find Garnet in New Jersey
3 mapped garnet rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 2 counties. Garnet is a hard, glassy silicate that comes in many varieties.
Map of 3 garnet rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Garnet by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of garnet spots in our database.
Every garnet 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 | |
| Nolands PointEspanong Road | Morris County | 40.9480, -74.6144 | Public | |
| RingwoodPeters Mine Road | Passaic County | 41.1464, -74.2693 | Public |
Garnet in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find garnet in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 garnet spots in New Jersey, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Morris County.
Is collecting garnet legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like garnet 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 garnet location in New Jersey?+
Morris County has the most garnet spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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