Jay Peak — Rockhounding in Orleans County, Vermont

Jay Peak is a mapped rockhounding spot in Orleans County, Vermont. Reported finds include malachite, chlorite, feldspar. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Orleans County
State: Vermont
Nearest road: Long Trail
Coordinates: 44.92234, -72.52263

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 Jay Peak

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Jay Peak FAQ

Where is Jay Peak?+

Jay Peak is in Orleans County, Vermont, at 44.92234, -72.52263. Nearest road: Long Trail.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Jay Peak?+

Jay Peak is reported to produce Malachite, Chlorite, Feldspar.

Is collecting allowed at Jay Peak?+

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 Jay Peak?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 44.92234, -72.52263 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Long Trail.

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