Where to Find Fossils in Florida
Florida has 6 mapped collecting spots that report fossils, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Gadsden County County with 2 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 6 fossils collecting spots in Florida
Best counties for fossils in Florida
Ranked by the number of mapped fossils spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Gadsden County2 spots
- Citrus County1 spot
- Jackson County1 spot
- Polk County1 spot
- Putnam County1 spot
Every fossils spot we track in Florida
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal RiverSuncoast Boulevard | Citrus County | 28.9642, -82.6352 | Public | |
| Quincy AreaPorter Mitchell Road | Gadsden County | 30.6766, -84.5566 | Public | |
| Unnamed Area (Silicified Wood)Mine Loop | Gadsden County | 30.6886, -84.4349 | Public | |
| Jackson County AreaValley View Road | Jackson County | 30.8051, -85.2591 | Public | |
| Polk County QuarriesAlcoma Grove Road | Polk County |
| 27.9116, -81.5067 | Public |
| Cross Florida Barge Canal | Putnam County |
| 29.5520, -81.7175 | Public |
Fossils in Florida FAQ
Where can you find fossils in Florida?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Gadsden County County, Citrus County County, and Jackson County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many fossils spots are mapped in Florida?+
6 spots across 5 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect fossils in Florida?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
Where else to find fossils
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Hunt fossils in Florida with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
