Where to Find Garnet in Vermont
5 mapped garnet rockhounding spots in Vermont, across 5 counties. Garnet is a hard, glassy silicate that comes in many varieties.
Map of 5 garnet rockhounding spots in Vermont
Garnet by county in Vermont
Counties ranked by number of garnet spots in our database.
Every garnet spot in Vermont
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BenningtonVermont Route 9 | Bennington County |
| 42.8785, -73.1161 | Public |
| EdenOld Mines Road | Lamoille County | 44.7679, -72.5445 | Public | |
| Ely MineSouth Vershire Road | Orange County | 43.9272, -72.2848 | Public | |
| Lake WilloughbySouth Trail | Orleans County | 44.7276, -72.0329 | Public | |
| GassettsVermont Route 103 North | Windsor County | 43.3322, -72.6158 | Public |
Garnet in Vermont FAQ
Where can I find garnet in Vermont?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 garnet spots in Vermont, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Bennington County.
Is collecting garnet legal in Vermont?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like garnet is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Vermont, 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 Vermont?+
Bennington County has the most garnet spots in our database for Vermont. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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