Where to Find Jasper in Massachusetts
6 mapped jasper rockhounding spots in Massachusetts, across 6 counties. Jasper is the opaque cousin of agate: silica-cemented, often vividly colored, and tough enough to take a high polish.
Map of 6 jasper rockhounding spots in Massachusetts
Jasper by county in Massachusetts
Counties ranked by number of jasper spots in our database.
Every jasper spot in Massachusetts
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SandwichPhillips Road | Barnstable County | 41.7840, -70.5054 | Public | |
| RowleyBob Merry Lane | Essex County | 42.7167, -70.9211 | Public | |
| Deerfield RiverHoosac Road | Franklin County | 42.5262, -72.6452 | Public | |
| ChesterHampden Street | Hampden County |
| 42.2790, -72.9884 | Public |
| CohassetJerusalem Road | Norfolk County | 42.2605, -70.8102 | Public | |
| MarshfieldPorter Street | Plymouth County | 42.1141, -70.6695 | Public |
Jasper in Massachusetts FAQ
Where can I find jasper in Massachusetts?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 jasper spots in Massachusetts, spread across 6 counties. The strongest concentration is in Barnstable County.
Is collecting jasper legal in Massachusetts?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like jasper is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Massachusetts, 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 jasper location in Massachusetts?+
Barnstable County has the most jasper spots in our database for Massachusetts. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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