Where to Find Fossils in Ohio
Ohio has 5 mapped collecting spots that report fossils, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Ottawa County County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 fossils collecting spots in Ohio
Best counties for fossils in Ohio
Ranked by the number of mapped fossils spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Ottawa County2 spots
- Erie County1 spot
- Lucas County1 spot
- Seneca County1 spot
Every fossils spot we track in Ohio
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 you find fossils in Ohio?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Ottawa County County, Erie County County, and Lucas County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many fossils spots are mapped in Ohio?+
5 spots across 4 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 Ohio?+
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. 5 of the 5 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 Ohio 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.
