Where to Find Fossils in North Dakota
4 mapped fossils rockhounding spots in North Dakota, across 4 counties. Fossil collecting on most BLM and Forest Service land is allowed for invertebrate and plant fossils, with limits.
Map of 4 fossils rockhounding spots in North Dakota
Fossils by county in North Dakota
Counties ranked by number of fossils spots in our database.
Every fossils spot in North Dakota
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheyenne River29th Street Northeast | Eddy County | 47.8318, -98.9353 | Public | |
| TappenHighway 10 | Kidder County | 46.8796, -99.4569 | Public | |
| Souris RiverRiver Road North | McHenry County | 48.1150, -100.8019 | Public | |
| Tongue RiverCentral Avenue | Pembina County | 48.7399, -97.9318 | Public |
Fossils in North Dakota FAQ
Where can I find fossils in North Dakota?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 fossils spots in North Dakota, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Eddy County.
Is collecting fossils legal in North Dakota?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fossils is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in North Dakota, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best fossils location in North Dakota?+
Eddy County has the most fossils spots in our database for North Dakota. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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