Where to Find Rose Quartz in Connecticut
Connecticut has 6 mapped collecting spots that report rose quartz, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every rose quartz spot we track in Connecticut
Collins HillLower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Apatite, Aquamarine, Beryl +7
Pelton’s QuarryLower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Citrine, Rose Quartz, Smoky Quartz +1
Slocum ProspectLower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Beryl, Rose Quartz
TollandCapitol Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Rose Quartz, Staurolite
VernonCapitol Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Rose Quartz, Staurolite
Bantam LakeNorthwest Hills Planning Region, ConnecticutPublic access · Rose Quartz
Best counties for rose quartz in Connecticut
Ranked by the number of mapped rose quartz spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Before you go
Read the rose quartz identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Rose Quartz in the encyclopedia.
Rose Quartz in Connecticut FAQ
Where can you find rose quartz in Connecticut?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Capitol Planning Region, and Northwest Hills Planning Region. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many rose quartz spots are mapped in Connecticut?+
6 spots across 3 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 rose quartz in Connecticut?+
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.
