Acton Lead Mines — Rockhounding in York County, Maine

Acton Lead Mines is a mapped rockhounding spot in York County, Maine. Reported finds include andalusite, arsenopyrite, bornite, chalcopyrite, galena, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: York County
State: Maine
Nearest road: Orchard Road
Postcode: 04001
Coordinates: 43.48316, -70.91040

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at Acton Lead Mines

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Acton Lead Mines FAQ

Where is Acton Lead Mines?+

Acton Lead Mines is in York County, Maine, at 43.48316, -70.91040. Nearest road: Orchard Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Acton Lead Mines?+

Acton Lead Mines is reported to produce Andalusite, Arsenopyrite, Bornite, Chalcopyrite, Galena, Goethite, Gold, Pyrite, Pyrrhotite, Quartz, Silver, Sphalerite.

Is collecting allowed at Acton Lead Mines?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Acton Lead Mines?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 43.48316, -70.91040 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Orchard Road.

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