Mineral rights in Potter County, Pennsylvania
Potter County is a quieter corner of Pennsylvania's mineral market, with 8 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 8
- Permits · 24 mo
up 300% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Potter County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Greylock Energy | 7 |
| National Fuel Gas | 1 |
What the record says
Potter County recorded 8 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09, against 2 in the prior 24 months. Most activity targets the Utica play of the Appalachian basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 159 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Potter County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Potter County, Pennsylvania?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Greylock Energy, National Fuel Gas. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Potter County?
Start with the Potter County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Potter County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.