Washington Crossing State Park — agate rockhounding site near New Jersey, NJ
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Washington Crossing State Park

Rockhounding site in New Jersey, New Jersey · Agate & Jasper

Washington Crossing State Park is a agate rockhounding site near New Jersey, NJ. Fee varies. Best season: Spring through fall.

Typical season: Spring through fall

Key facts

Structured details for trip planning — verify access and fees with the land manager before you visit.

Specimen type
Agate
Primary specimens
Black Jasper
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
New Jersey
State
New Jersey
Coordinates
40.30935, -74.86421
Best season
Spring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
Access difficulty
Moderate; remote roads possible
Camping
Dispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules
Land manager
State park / recreation agency
Activities
Rock and mineral collecting
Facilities
New Jersey regional services
Last updated
July 5, 2026

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The experience

  • Best time to visitSpring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
  • AccessModerate; remote roads possible
  • FacilitiesNew Jersey regional services
  • Camping nearbyDispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules

Map & location

Open in MapsGet directions40.30935, -74.86421

Sources & updates

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Safety notice: Field and weather conditions change with weather, season, and field conditions. Verify current conditions with local land managers before you go. Collect at your own risk — there are rarely rangers or land managers at these sites.