Where to Find Magnetite in New York
New York has 7 mapped collecting spots that report magnetite, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Clinton County with 3 spots. 4 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 7 magnetite collecting spots in New York
Best counties for magnetite in New York
Ranked by the number of mapped magnetite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Clinton County3 spots
- Saint Lawrence County2 spots
- Jefferson County1 spot
- Putnam County1 spot
Every magnetite spot we track in New York
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Hill | Clinton County | 44.4894, -73.6268 | Public | |
| Arnold Hill Mine | Clinton County | 44.4894, -73.6272 | Public | |
| Lyon Mountain | Clinton County | 44.7227, -73.8541 | Public | |
| Sterling MineUS 11 | Jefferson County | 44.2417, -75.5939 | Permission | |
| Tilly Foster Iron MineOld Mine Road | Putnam County | 41.4130, -73.6421 | Public | |
| Benson MinesBenson Mines Golf Course Road | Saint Lawrence County | 44.1694, -75.0136 | Permission | |
| Fowler BalmatFarm-To-Market Road | Saint Lawrence County | 44.2749, -75.4141 | Permission |
Before you go
Read the magnetite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Magnetite in the encyclopedia.
Magnetite in New York FAQ
Where can you find magnetite in New York?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Clinton County, Saint Lawrence County, and Jefferson County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many magnetite spots are mapped in New York?+
7 spots across 4 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 magnetite in New York?+
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. 4 of the 7 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt magnetite in New York 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.
