Balmat — Rockhounding in Saint Lawrence County, New York

Balmat is a mapped rockhounding spot in Saint Lawrence County, New York. Reported finds include anthophyllite, apatite, talc, tremolite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Saint Lawrence County
State: New York
Coordinates: 44.26785, -75.38621

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 Balmat

Each chip links to all spots in the U.S. that produce that material.

Anthophyllite
Apatite
Talc
Tremolite

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Balmat FAQ

Where is Balmat?+

Balmat is in Saint Lawrence County, New York, at 44.26785, -75.38621.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Balmat?+

Balmat is reported to produce Anthophyllite, Apatite, Talc, Tremolite.

Is collecting allowed at Balmat?+

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 Balmat?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 44.26785, -75.38621 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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