Crystals near Augusta (Maine), ME
35 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Augusta (Maine) report crystal. The closest is Havey, about 25 miles out (31 min drive).
Most collectable crystals in the field are quartz family: clear rock crystal, amethyst, smoky quartz, and rose quartz from pegmatites, veins, and vugs in host rock.
Map of 35 crystal collecting spots within 150 miles of Augusta (Maine), Maine
Closest crystals spots to Augusta (Maine)
- HaveySagadahoc County, Maine25 mi · 31 min driveAlbite, Almandine Garnet, Beryl
- Edgecomb Quarry (Schmid Preserve)Lincoln County, Maine25 mi · 32 min driveAlmandine Garnet, Beryl, Aquamarine
- Porcupine Hill QuarrySagadahoc County, Maine26 mi · 33 min driveAlbite, Almandine Garnet, Beryl
- Pitts Garnet MineAndroscoggin County, Maine31 mi · 39 min driveActinolite, Calcite, Diopside
- Ragged Jack MountainOxford County, Maine32 mi · 40 min driveAlmandine Garnet, Chrysoberyl, Fluorapatite
- Singepole Mountain QuarryOxford County, Maine34 mi · 42 min driveAlmandine Garnet, Beryl, Biotite
Types of crystals reported near Augusta (Maine)
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
Every crystal spot within 150 miles of Augusta (Maine)
Sorted by distance from Augusta (Maine). Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
Crystals near Augusta (Maine) FAQ
Where can I find crystals near Augusta (Maine)?+
35 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Augusta (Maine) report crystal. The closest is Havey in Sagadahoc County County, roughly 25 miles away (31 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect crystals on public land near Augusta (Maine)?+
34 of the 35 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible, and 1 is a fee-dig site where you pay for access and keep your finds. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Where do quartz crystals actually form?+
In open pockets: vugs in limestone, gas cavities in volcanic rock, and pockets inside pegmatites. That is why digging productive crystal ground means following a vein or a pocket zone rather than sifting random soil. Loose points in creek beds are pocket material that erosion already freed.
How far from Augusta (Maine) do I need to drive?+
The nearest crystal spot is about 25 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 148 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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