Fossils near New York, NY
7 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of New York report fossil. The closest is Manasquan, about 41 miles out (52 min drive).
Fossil collecting spots cluster around exposed sedimentary rock: road cuts, creek banks, quarries, and badlands where erosion keeps bringing fresh material to the surface.
Map of 7 fossil collecting spots within 150 miles of New York, New York
Closest fossils spots to New York
- ManasquanMonmouth County, New Jersey41 mi · 52 min driveQuartz, Fossils, Petrified Wood
- Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil ParkGloucester County, New Jersey88 mi · 1 hr 50 min driveAmber, Fossils
- Mullica HillGloucester County, New Jersey93 mi · 1 hr 56 min driveAmber, Fossils
- Chesapeake & Delaware CanalNew Castle County, Delaware116 mi · 2 hr 24 min driveFossils
- Coursey PondKent County, Delaware144 mi · 2 hr 59 min driveFossils
- Killen PondKent County, Delaware145 mi · 3 hr 1 min driveFossils
Every fossil spot within 150 miles of New York
Sorted by distance from New York. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manasquan | Monmouth County | 40.1127, -74.0318 | Public | |
| Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil ParkVeterans Memorial Highway | Gloucester County | 39.7622, -75.1274 | Public | |
| Mullica HillMullica Hill Road | Gloucester County | 39.7331, -75.2202 | Public | |
| Chesapeake & Delaware Canal | New Castle County | 39.5585, -75.5898 | Public | |
| Coursey PondCoursey Mill Road | Kent County | 38.9895, -75.5174 | Public | |
| Killen PondKillens Pond Road | Kent County | 38.9825, -75.5378 | Public | |
| Big RunBig Run Road | Lycoming County |
| 41.2983, -76.6934 | Public |
Fossils near New York FAQ
Where can I find fossils near New York?+
7 mapped spots within about 150 miles of New York report fossil. The closest is Manasquan in Monmouth County County, roughly 41 miles away (52 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect fossils on public land near New York?+
7 of the 7 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.
Is it legal to keep fossils I find?+
On federal land, common invertebrate and plant fossils (shells, corals, trilobites, leaf prints) may be collected casually for personal use. Vertebrate fossils (bone, teeth, anything with a backbone) are protected on federal land and need a research permit. Private land follows the landowner's permission. When in doubt, photograph it, note the location, and ask the managing agency.
How far from New York do I need to drive?+
The nearest fossil spot is about 41 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 146 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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