Long Branch — Rockhounding in Monmouth County, New Jersey

Long Branch is a mapped rockhounding spot in Monmouth County, New Jersey. Reported finds include quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Monmouth County
State: New Jersey
Postcode: 07740
Coordinates: 40.30473, -73.97719

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 Long Branch

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Quartz

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Long Branch FAQ

Where is Long Branch?+

Long Branch is in Monmouth County, New Jersey, at 40.30473, -73.97719.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Long Branch?+

Long Branch is reported to produce Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Long Branch?+

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 Long Branch?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.30473, -73.97719 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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