Rockhounding in New Hampshire
34 mapped spots across 9 counties. New Hampshire produces a wide range of rockhounding-grade material — see the full list of spots, minerals, and access notes below.
Map showing 34 rockhounding spots in New Hampshire
Top minerals found in New Hampshire
Counts reflect how many spots in this list mention each mineral.
Rockhounding by county in New Hampshire
County pages are linked once we have at least 3 mapped spots for a focused guide with coordinates, mineral notes, and nearby spots.
Every rockhounding spot in New Hampshire
Sorted by county. Tap coordinates to open in Google Maps, or open RockHoundR for the full map view with land overlays and weather.
New Hampshire rockhounding FAQ
Is rockhounding legal in New Hampshire?+
Casual hand collecting is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in New Hampshire, with daily and annual limits set by the managing field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal lands are off-limits. Always confirm rules with the local agency before a trip.
What rocks and minerals can you find in New Hampshire?+
New Hampshire spots in this list most commonly produce Beryl, Amethyst, Smoky Quartz, Staurolite, Feldspar. The full list across all spots is broader.
How many rockhounding sites are in New Hampshire?+
RockHoundR currently lists 34 rockhounding spots in New Hampshire across 9 counties. Many more exist; the app keeps your private finds saved alongside the public ones.
Can I take rocks home from New Hampshire public land?+
On most BLM and Forest Service land, recreational hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed in reasonable amounts. Vertebrate fossils, archaeological items, and posted mining-claim minerals are not. Check the field office for current limits.
Map every New Hampshire spot in the app
Open the RockHoundR app to see New Hampshire on a real map with public land overlays, weather, geology, and your saved finds.
