Melvin Hill (Grafton) — Rockhounding in Grafton County, New Hampshire

Melvin Hill (Grafton) is a mapped rockhounding spot in Grafton County, New Hampshire. Reported finds include beryl, spessartine garnet. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Grafton County
State: New Hampshire
Nearest road: Palmer Road
Postcode: 03741
Coordinates: 43.55806, -72.07146

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 Melvin Hill (Grafton)

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Beryl
Spessartine Garnet

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Melvin Hill (Grafton) FAQ

Where is Melvin Hill (Grafton)?+

Melvin Hill (Grafton) is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, at 43.55806, -72.07146. Nearest road: Palmer Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Melvin Hill (Grafton)?+

Melvin Hill (Grafton) is reported to produce Beryl, Spessartine Garnet.

Is collecting allowed at Melvin Hill (Grafton)?+

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 Melvin Hill (Grafton)?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 43.55806, -72.07146 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Palmer Road.

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