Where to Find Pyrite in New York
New York has 8 mapped collecting spots that report pyrite, spread across 8 counties. The largest share sits in Clinton County County with 1 spot. 8 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 8 pyrite collecting spots in New York
Best counties for pyrite in New York
Ranked by the number of mapped pyrite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Clinton County1 spot
- Columbia County1 spot
- Erie County1 spot
- Essex County1 spot
- Jefferson County1 spot
- Putnam County1 spot
- Warren County1 spot
- Washington County1 spot
Every pyrite spot we track in New York
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
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 York FAQ
Where can you find pyrite in New York?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Clinton County County, Columbia County County, and Erie 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 York?+
8 spots across 8 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 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. 8 of the 8 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 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.
