Rockhounding in Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut
7 mapped rockhounding spots in Northwest Hills Planning Region. Most commonly produces galena, pyrite, sphalerite, actinolite.
Map showing 7 rockhounding spots in Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut
Minerals reported in Northwest Hills Planning Region
Spots in Northwest Hills Planning Region
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bantam LakeBantam Lake Road | 41.6866, -73.2318 | Public | |
| BarkhamstedLegion Road | 41.9390, -73.0084 | Public | |
| BridgewaterQuarry Drive |
| 41.5630, -73.3410 | Public |
| CornwallRoute 7 | 41.8467, -73.3692 | Public | |
| LitchfieldNorth Shore Road | 41.7219, -73.2185 | Public | |
| Old Iron MineMine Hill Road | 41.5575, -73.3387 | Public | |
| TorringtonGuerdat Road | 41.8572, -73.1104 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in Connecticut
- Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region10 spotsTop: Beryl, Aquamarine, Rose Quartz
- Capitol Planning Region9 spotsTop: Prehnite, Rose Quartz, Staurolite
- South Central Connecticut Planning Region9 spotsTop: Amethyst, Calcite, Quartz
- Western Connecticut Planning Region6 spotsTop: Graphite, Quartz, Aquamarine
- Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region3 spotsTop: Apatite, Corundum, Iron Ore
Northwest Hills Planning Region FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 rockhounding spots in Northwest Hills 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 Northwest Hills Planning Region?+
Spots in Northwest Hills Planning Region most often produce Galena, Pyrite, Sphalerite, Actinolite, Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Northwest Hills 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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