Where to Find Garnet in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has 5 mapped collecting spots that report garnet, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Chester County County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 garnet collecting spots in Pennsylvania
Best counties for garnet in Pennsylvania
Ranked by the number of mapped garnet spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Chester County2 spots
- Delaware County2 spots
- Franklin County1 spot
Every garnet spot we track in Pennsylvania
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoatsvilleRockdale Drive | Chester County | 39.9725, -75.8686 | Public | |
| Nottingham ParkFeldspar Trail (Blue) | Chester County | 39.7352, -76.0485 | Public | |
| Crum CreekParkridge Drive | Delaware County | 39.9227, -75.3642 | Public | |
| East Branch Naamanm CreekBroomall Street | Delaware County | 39.8252, -75.4456 | Public | |
| Fox HillTarman Spring Road | Franklin County | 39.8128, -77.5514 | Public |
Garnet in Pennsylvania FAQ
Where can you find garnet in Pennsylvania?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Chester County County, Delaware County County, and Franklin County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many garnet spots are mapped in Pennsylvania?+
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 garnet in Pennsylvania?+
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 garnet in Pennsylvania 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.
