Where to Find Jasper in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has 6 mapped collecting spots that report jasper, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Barnstable County County with 1 spot. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 6 jasper collecting spots in Massachusetts
Best counties for jasper in Massachusetts
Ranked by the number of mapped jasper spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Barnstable County1 spot
- Essex County1 spot
- Franklin County1 spot
- Hampden County1 spot
- Norfolk County1 spot
- Plymouth County1 spot
Every jasper spot we track in Massachusetts
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
Before you go
Read the jasper identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Jasper in the encyclopedia.
Jasper in Massachusetts FAQ
Where can you find jasper in Massachusetts?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Barnstable County County, Essex County County, and Franklin County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many jasper spots are mapped in Massachusetts?+
6 spots across 6 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 jasper in Massachusetts?+
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. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt jasper in Massachusetts 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.
