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Locality 32a, Chenango Bridge--lower, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny
Fossil collection site in the Glen Aubrey, Broome County, New York. Environment: delta front. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
View detailsRockhounding sites near Binghamton
24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 80 miles of Binghamton, New York.
This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Binghamton, New York, sorted by distance within about 80 miles.
Where can you collect near Binghamton?
Near Binghamton, New York, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 80 miles of the city center — including 24 fossilss. The closest mapped spot is Locality 32a, Chenango Bridge--lower, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny (5.5 mi straight-line). Distances are not drive time; open each listing for directions, fee notes, access rules, and safety context before you travel.
At a glance — rockhounding sites near Binghamton
| Central place | Binghamton, New York |
|---|---|
| Search radius | About 80 miles |
| Mapped spots | 24 |
| Closest listing | Locality 32a, Chenango Bridge--lower, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny (5.5 mi) |
| Specimen types | Fossils (24) |
| Typical fees | 24 varies |
All rockhounding sites near Binghamton
24 rockhounding collecting sites in New York, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.
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Kattelville
Fossil collection site, Broome County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Locality 69, Watersnake Creek, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny
Fossil collection site in the Glen Aubrey, Broome County, New York. Environment: interdistributary bay. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Landers Creek
Fossil collection site, Broome County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Nichols
Fossil collection site in the Chemung, Tioga County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Afton East
Fossil collection site, Chenango County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Bundy Hollow
Fossil collection site, Madison County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Suny-b 1714 (cupc) Cannonsville Reservoir, Near Spillway In Route 10
Fossil collection site in the Katzberg, Delaware County, New York. Environment: fluvial-lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Waverly Quad
Fossil collection site, Chemung County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Norwich 35c1
Fossil collection site in the Geneseo, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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New Berlin 20c2
Fossil collection site in the Geneseo, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Ludlowville
Fossil collection site, Thompkins County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Wellsburg
Fossil collection site, Chemung County, New York. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19c1
Fossil collection site in the Moscow, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19c2
Fossil collection site in the Geneseo, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19b1
Fossil collection site in the Moscow, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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West Brook 2a
Fossil collection site in the Tully, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19b3
Fossil collection site in the Moscow, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19c3
Fossil collection site in the Geneseo, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19b5
Fossil collection site in the Moscow, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19c4
Fossil collection site in the Geneseo, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 19b7
Fossil collection site in the Geneseo, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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New Berlin 20a3
Fossil collection site in the Moscow, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Sherburne 20a5
Fossil collection site in the Geneseo, New York. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
View detailsMap of rockhounding sites near Binghamton
Pins within about 80 miles — open a listing for fees, access, and directions.
24 sites mapped near Binghamton
Closest sites by distance
- Locality 32a, Chenango Bridge--lower, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny — 5 mi · Fossil
- Kattelville — 8 mi · Fossil
- Locality 69, Watersnake Creek, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny — 16 mi · Fossil
- Landers Creek — 21 mi · Fossil
- Nichols — 22 mi · Fossil
- Afton East — 23 mi · Fossil
- Bundy Hollow — 28 mi · Fossil
- Suny-b 1714 (cupc) Cannonsville Reservoir, Near Spillway In Route 10 — 28 mi · Fossil
- Waverly Quad — 34 mi · Fossil
- Norwich 35c1 — 40 mi · Fossil
- New Berlin 20c2 — 44 mi · Fossil
- Ludlowville — 44 mi · Fossil
- Wellsburg — 45 mi · Fossil
- Sherburne 19c1 — 45 mi · Fossil
- Sherburne 19c2 — 45 mi · Fossil
Types of rockhounding sites near Binghamton
Browse by specimen type in New York — each link opens the full state directory for that category.
Fossils (24)
Trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land.
Natural collecting sites in the Binghamton area
Binghamton is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in New York. Within about 80 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with Locality 32a, Chenango Bridge--lower, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny about 5.5 mi from the city center.
Most mapped spots near Binghamton are fossils rockhounding sites — trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land..
How distances work near Binghamton
Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in New York with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Binghamton city center — not driving time. A creek rockhounding site 12 miles away on forest roads can take longer than a river access point 20 miles away on a highway.
Field collecting near Binghamton includes informal gravel bars, dry washes, quarry faces, and developed park collecting areas. Rules, fees, and seasonal access differ by land manager. Never assume collecting is allowed without checking the listing and posted signs the day you visit.
Safety and field conditions near you
Field conditions near Binghamton change after rain, snowmelt, and summer heat. Unstable slopes, heat exhaustion, loose rock, and flash floods are real risks at creek and quarry rockhounding sites — most sites have no supervision. Check weather and local advisories before you start digging.
We publish original planning copy, safety tips, and last-updated dates on each listing. See our editorial policy for sourcing standards, or contact us if access or conditions have changed.
Rockhounding sites near Binghamton — FAQ
Where can you collect near Binghamton?
Near Binghamton, New York, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 80 miles — mainly 24 fossilss. Each listing links to directions, fee notes, and safety context. Use near me on your phone for live distance sorting from your location.
How many rockhounding sites are near Binghamton, New York?
This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 80 miles of Binghamton. The full New York directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.
What is the closest rockhounding site to Binghamton?
The closest mapped spot to Binghamton is Locality 32a, Chenango Bridge--lower, Glen Aubrey Fm., Sonyea Group, Ny (5.5 mi straight-line). Open that listing for driving directions, access notes, and current fee information — unofficial holes can change without notice.
Are rockhounding sites near Binghamton free?
24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.
What types of rockhounding sites are near Binghamton?
Near Binghamton, documented specimen types include fossilss. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the New York state page or open each card for specimen and access details.
When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Binghamton?
Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Binghamton, but snowmelt, drought, and weekend crowds change conditions week to week. Check each listing before you drive — storms can make washes and creek banks unsafe.
Is it safe to collect near Binghamton?
Field collecting near Binghamton carries real risks: unstable slopes, heat, loose rock, and no rangers at most unofficial sites. Check weather and posted warnings the day you visit. Read our rockhounding safety basics guide and each listing's safety section before you dig.
Listing data last updated across spots on this page.