Where to Find Pyrite in New York
8 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in New York, across 8 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes.
Map of 8 pyrite rockhounding spots in New York
Pyrite by county in New York
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in New York
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon Mountain | Clinton County | 44.7227, -73.8541 | Public | |
| Ancram area lead minesEast Ancram Road | Columbia County | 42.0167, -73.5667 | Public | |
| 18 Mile CreekFishing Access Trail | Erie County | 42.7064, -78.8980 | Public | |
| Lake HarrisDonks Lane | Essex County | 43.9736, -74.1467 | Public | |
| PhiladelphiaSand Street | Jefferson County | 44.1546, -75.7094 | Public | |
| Pine PondTrail | Putnam County |
| 41.4653, -73.7027 | Public |
| Brant LakeState Route 8 | Warren County | 43.7032, -73.7119 | Public | |
| FairhavenProuty Road | Washington County | 43.4893, -73.2619 | Public |
Pyrite in New York FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 8 pyrite spots in New York, spread across 8 counties. The strongest concentration is in Clinton County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in New York?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in New York, 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 York?+
Clinton County has the most pyrite spots in our database for New York. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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