Where to Find Magnetite in New Jersey
3 mapped magnetite rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 3 counties. Magnetite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 3 magnetite rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Magnetite by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of magnetite spots in our database.
Every magnetite spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mine Hill (bornite)Iron Mountain Road | Morris County | 40.8866, -74.6050 | Public | |
| Franklin FurnaceBuckwheat Road | Sussex County | 41.1163, -74.5873 | Public | |
| Oxford Furnace mining dumps | Warren County | 40.7938, -75.0121 | Public |
Magnetite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find magnetite in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 magnetite spots in New Jersey, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Morris County.
Is collecting magnetite legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like magnetite 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 magnetite location in New Jersey?+
Morris County has the most magnetite spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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