Where to Find Fossils in Ohio
5 mapped fossils rockhounding spots in Ohio, across 4 counties. Fossil collecting on most BLM and Forest Service land is allowed for invertebrate and plant fossils, with limits.
Map of 5 fossils rockhounding spots in Ohio
Fossils by county in Ohio
Counties ranked by number of fossils spots in our database.
Every fossils spot in Ohio
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SanduskyEast Strub Road | Erie County | 41.4170, -82.6803 | Public | |
| Medusa Quarry in SylvaniaBrint Road | Lucas County | 41.7005, -83.7474 | Public | |
| Clay Center limestone quarryNorth Bolander Road | Ottawa County | 41.5744, -83.3635 | Public | |
| GenoaMain Street | Ottawa County | 41.5080, -83.3544 | Public | |
| Maple Grove QuarryCr42 | Seneca County | 41.2256, -83.2137 | Public |
Fossils in Ohio FAQ
Where can I find fossils in Ohio?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 fossils spots in Ohio, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Ottawa County.
Is collecting fossils legal in Ohio?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fossils is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Ohio, 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 Ohio?+
Ottawa County has the most fossils spots in our database for Ohio. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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