Agates near Binghamton, NY
25 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Binghamton report agate. The closest is Pompton Lakes, about 112 miles out (2 hr 21 min drive).
Agates are banded chalcedony nodules that survive long after their volcanic host rock rots away, which is why they concentrate in gravel bars, beaches, and glacial deposits far from where they formed.
Map of 25 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Binghamton, New York
Closest agates spots to Binghamton
- Pompton LakesPassaic County, New Jersey112 mi · 2 hr 21 min driveBanded Agate, Amethyst, Barite
- Genesse River AreaMonroe County, New York115 mi · 2 hr 24 min driveAgate
- BarnardsvilleSomerset County, New Jersey119 mi · 2 hr 28 min driveAgate, Geode, Quartz
- Alsace TownshipBerks County, Pennsylvania120 mi · 2 hr 30 min driveChalcedony, Jasper, Agate
- HaledonPassaic County, New Jersey120 mi · 2 hr 30 min driveAgate, Datolite, Pyrolusite
- Prospect Park QuarryPassaic County, New Jersey121 mi · 2 hr 31 min driveBanded Agate, Amethyst, Barite
Types of agates reported near Binghamton
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate16
- Banded Agate8
- Clear Agate1
- Moss Agate1
- Stripped Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Binghamton
Sorted by distance from Binghamton. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
Agates near Binghamton FAQ
Where can I find agates near Binghamton?+
25 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Binghamton report agate. The closest is Pompton Lakes in Passaic County County, roughly 112 miles away (2 hr 21 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Binghamton?+
24 of the 25 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. 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.
What is the fastest way to spot an agate in a gravel bed?+
Look for waxy luster and translucence rather than color. Wet the stone or look right after rain: agate glows softly at thin edges when backlit, while jasper and chert stay opaque. Banding clinches it but is often hidden until the stone is cracked or tumbled.
How far from Binghamton do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 112 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 150 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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