Rockhounding in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut
10 mapped rockhounding spots in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region. Most commonly produces beryl, aquamarine, rose quartz, citrine.
Map showing 10 rockhounding spots in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut
Minerals reported in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region
Spots in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins HillRose Hill Road |
| 41.5883, -72.5916 | Public |
| Gillette QuarryInjun Hollow Road | 41.4926, -72.5112 | Public | |
| Hale’s Brook QuarriesIsinglass Hill Road |
| 41.6332, -72.5784 | Public |
| MiddletownMiddlesex Avenue | 41.5784, -72.6404 | Public | |
| Pelton’s QuarryCox Road |
| 41.6011, -72.5767 | Public |
| Plum Bank BeachPlum Bank Road | 41.2648, -72.3900 | Public | |
| Riverside QuarryRiver Road | 41.5578, -72.6033 | Public | |
| Slocum ProspectStockburger Road | 41.5322, -72.4711 | Public | |
| Walden Gem QuarryWest Cotton Hill Road | 41.6189, -72.5961 | Public | |
| White Rocks QuarryBow Lane | 41.5539, -72.6003 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in Connecticut
- Capitol Planning Region9 spotsTop: Prehnite, Rose Quartz, Staurolite
- South Central Connecticut Planning Region9 spotsTop: Amethyst, Calcite, Quartz
- Northwest Hills Planning Region7 spotsTop: Galena, Pyrite, Sphalerite
- Western Connecticut Planning Region6 spotsTop: Graphite, Quartz, Aquamarine
- Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region3 spotsTop: Apatite, Corundum, Iron Ore
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 rockhounding spots in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region?+
Spots in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region most often produce Beryl, Aquamarine, Rose Quartz, Citrine, Clear Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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