Where to Find Pyrite in New Jersey
6 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in New Jersey, across 4 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes.
Map of 6 pyrite rockhounding spots in New Jersey
Pyrite by county in New Jersey
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SayrevilleBordentown Avenue | Middlesex County | 40.4387, -74.3298 | Public | |
| HiberniaFour Birds / Hibernia Brook Trail | Morris County | 40.9449, -74.4928 | Public | |
| Mine Hill (bornite)Iron Mountain Road | Morris County | 40.8866, -74.6050 | Public | |
| Mount HopeLake Denmark Road | Morris County | 40.9372, -74.5400 | Public | |
| RingwoodPeters Mine Road | Passaic County | 41.1464, -74.2693 | Public | |
| FranklinN. Church Road | Sussex County | 41.1202, -74.5930 | Public |
Pyrite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in New Jersey?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 pyrite spots in New Jersey, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Morris County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in New Jersey?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite 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 pyrite location in New Jersey?+
Morris County has the most pyrite spots in our database for New Jersey. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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