Where to Find Goethite in New Jersey
4 mapped goethite rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 2 counties. Goethite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 goethite rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Goethite by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of goethite spots in our database.
Every goethite spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HaledonValley View Road | Passaic County | 40.9365, -74.1943 | Public | |
| Pompton LakesI 287 | Passaic County | 41.0054, -74.3071 | Public | |
| Prospect Park QuarryNorth 16th Street | Passaic County | 40.9404, -74.1748 | Public | |
| Rock Hill QuarryGeorgetown-Franklin Turnpike | Somerset County | 40.3969, -74.6168 | Public |
Goethite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find goethite in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 goethite spots in New Jersey, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Passaic County.
Is collecting goethite legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like goethite 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 goethite location in New Jersey?+
Passaic County has the most goethite spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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