18 Mile Creek — Rockhounding in Erie County, New York
18 Mile Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Erie County, New York. Reported finds include pyrite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing 18 Mile Creek in Erie County, New York
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Erie County
- State
- New York
- Nearest road
- Fishing Access Trail
- Postcode
- 14085
- Coordinates
- 42.70643, -78.89797
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of 18 Mile Creek.
18 Mile Creek FAQ
Where is 18 Mile Creek?+
18 Mile Creek is in Erie County, New York, at 42.70643, -78.89797. Nearest road: Fishing Access Trail.
What rocks and minerals can you find at 18 Mile Creek?+
18 Mile Creek is reported to produce Pyrite.
Is collecting allowed at 18 Mile Creek?+
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 18 Mile Creek?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 42.70643, -78.89797 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Fishing Access Trail.
