Barton Garnet Mines

The hardest garnet in the world is only found on Gore Mountain, making the garnet extremely rare. The Barton garnet has an unusual and beautiful ruby red color that flashes in the sun. In 1969, the Governor of New York, Nelson Rockefeller, made the Barton garnet the New York State Gem Stone. Recreational Opportunities
You’ll learn from your tour guide the history and geology of the Garnet Mine and how to find your own Garnet Gemstones. Hunting for your own treasures as you explore around the #1 pit is GREAT FUN!

Seasons And Hours Accessible
OPEN seven days a week
June 26th – Labor Day September 4th, 2016
Hours: Mon – Sat 9:30 – 5:00 and Sun 11:00 – 5:00.
After Labor Day we will be open weekends
Saturday and Sunday beginning Sept. 9th thru Oct. 8th
Hours are Saturday 9:30 – 5:00 and Sunday 11:00 – 5:00

Fees
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Tours Are Offered
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Latitude: 43.724349 Longitude: -74.063052
Season and Hours Open
OPEN seven days a week June 26th - Labor Day September 4th, 2016 Hours: Mon - Sat 9:30 - 5:00 and Sun 11:00 - 5:00. After Labor Day we will be open weekends Saturday and Sunday beginning Sept. 9th thru Oct. 8th Hours are Saturday 9:30 - 5:00 and Sunday 11:00 - 5:00
Contact Information

Garnet Mine Tours
518-251-2706
P.O. Box 30
North River, NY 12856 US

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