Buttermilk Falls — Rockhounding in Essex County, New York

Buttermilk Falls is a mapped rockhounding spot in Essex County, New York. Reported finds include serpentine. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Essex County
State: New York
Coordinates: 44.46614, -73.43679

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 Buttermilk Falls

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Serpentine

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Buttermilk Falls FAQ

Where is Buttermilk Falls?+

Buttermilk Falls is in Essex County, New York, at 44.46614, -73.43679.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Buttermilk Falls?+

Buttermilk Falls is reported to produce Serpentine.

Is collecting allowed at Buttermilk Falls?+

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 Buttermilk Falls?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 44.46614, -73.43679 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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