Manasquan — Rockhounding in Monmouth County, New Jersey

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

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Monmouth County
State: New Jersey
Postcode: 08750
Coordinates: 40.11272, -74.03179

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 Manasquan

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Manasquan FAQ

Where is Manasquan?+

Manasquan is in Monmouth County, New Jersey, at 40.11272, -74.03179.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Manasquan?+

Manasquan is reported to produce Quartz, Fossils, Petrified Wood.

Is collecting allowed at Manasquan?+

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 Manasquan?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.11272, -74.03179 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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