Where to Find Pyrite in New Jersey
New Jersey has 6 mapped collecting spots that report pyrite, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Morris County County with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 6 pyrite collecting spots in New Jersey
Best counties for pyrite in New Jersey
Ranked by the number of mapped pyrite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Morris County3 spots
- Middlesex County1 spot
- Passaic County1 spot
- Sussex County1 spot
Every pyrite spot we track in New Jersey
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
Before you go
Read the pyrite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Pyrite in the encyclopedia.
Pyrite in New Jersey FAQ
Where can you find pyrite in New Jersey?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Morris County County, Middlesex County County, and Passaic County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many pyrite spots are mapped in New Jersey?+
6 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 pyrite in New Jersey?+
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 pyrite in New Jersey 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.
