Mine Run Dump at the Sterling Hill Mining Museum in Ogdensburg, NJ

The Mine Run Dump contains hundreds of tons of high-grade zinc ore from the depths of the Sterling Hill mine. Much of the ore is full of highly fluorescent minerals, making this area a favorite of collectors. The Mine Run dump is available for collecting from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM every day the museum is open for tours. Admission to the collecting area is $5, plus $1.50 per pound for whatever specimens you choose to take with you.