Where to Find Hematite in New York
3 mapped hematite rockhounding spots in New York, across 3 counties. Hematite is iron oxide — the mineral that gives red rocks their color.
Map of 3 hematite rockhounding spots in New York
Hematite by county in New York
Counties ranked by number of hematite spots in our database.
Every hematite spot in New York
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon Mountain | Clinton County | 44.7227, -73.8541 | Public | |
| PhiladelphiaSand Street | Jefferson County | 44.1546, -75.7094 | Public | |
| FowlerEmeryville Road | Saint Lawrence County | 44.2882, -75.3815 | Public |
Hematite in New York FAQ
Where can I find hematite in New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 hematite spots in New York, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Clinton County.
Is collecting hematite legal in New York?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like hematite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in New York, 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 hematite location in New York?+
Clinton County has the most hematite spots in our database for New York. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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