Where to Find Sphalerite in Connecticut
4 mapped sphalerite rockhounding spots in Connecticut, across 3 counties. Sphalerite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 sphalerite rockhounding spots in Connecticut
Sphalerite by county in Connecticut
Counties ranked by number of sphalerite spots in our database.
Every sphalerite spot in Connecticut
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lane’s MineGarder Road | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region |
| 41.3531, -73.2394 | Public |
| MiddletownMiddlesex Avenue | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | 41.5784, -72.6404 | Public | |
| BridgewaterQuarry Drive | Northwest Hills Planning Region |
| 41.5630, -73.3410 | Public |
| Old Iron MineMine Hill Road | Northwest Hills Planning Region | 41.5575, -73.3387 | Public |
Sphalerite in Connecticut FAQ
Where can I find sphalerite in Connecticut?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 sphalerite spots in Connecticut, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Northwest Hills Planning Region.
Is collecting sphalerite legal in Connecticut?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like sphalerite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Connecticut, 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 sphalerite location in Connecticut?+
Northwest Hills Planning Region has the most sphalerite spots in our database for Connecticut. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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