Port Kent — Rockhounding in Essex County, New York

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

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Essex County
State: New York
Nearest road: Trembleau Road
Postcode: 12944
Coordinates: 44.52162, -73.39574

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 Port Kent

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Labradorite

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Port Kent FAQ

Where is Port Kent?+

Port Kent is in Essex County, New York, at 44.52162, -73.39574. Nearest road: Trembleau Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Port Kent?+

Port Kent is reported to produce Labradorite.

Is collecting allowed at Port Kent?+

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 Port Kent?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 44.52162, -73.39574 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Trembleau Road.

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