Where to Find Serpentine in New York
4 mapped serpentine rockhounding spots in New York, across 3 counties. Serpentine is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 serpentine rockhounding spots in New York
Serpentine by county in New York
Counties ranked by number of serpentine spots in our database.
Every serpentine spot in New York
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Androvette Clay PitsAndrovette Street | — |
| 40.5344, -74.2413 | Public |
| Buttermilk Falls | Essex County | 44.4661, -73.4368 | Public | |
| Quarry (Talc)State Route 3 | Lewis County | 44.1217, -75.3817 | Public | |
| Oswegatchie River AreaNY 58 | Saint Lawrence County | 44.3330, -75.4919 | Public |
Serpentine in New York FAQ
Where can I find serpentine in New York?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 serpentine spots in New York, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Essex County.
Is collecting serpentine legal in New York?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like serpentine 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 serpentine location in New York?+
Essex County has the most serpentine spots in our database for New York. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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