Fossicking in New South Wales
8 mapped spots in New South Wales, Australia. Tap any spot for coordinates and the minerals reported there, then check licence rules before you head out.
Every fossicking spot in New South Wales
Lightning RidgeNew South WalesPermission required · Black Opal, Opal, Precious Opal +3- Glen InnesNew South WalesPermission required · Sapphire, Zircon, Topaz +1
- Ruby Hill Fossicking ReserveNew South WalesPermission required · Garnet Group, Almandine, Pyrope +1
- White CliffsNew South WalesPermission required · Opal, Precious Opal, White Opal
- InverellNew South WalesPermission required · Sapphire, Zircon
- Reddestone CreekNew South WalesPermission required · Sapphire, Zircon
- Wellingrove Fossicking AreaNew South WalesPermission required · Sapphire, Zircon
- Chandlers CreekNew South WalesPermission required · Sapphire
New South Wales fossicking: what you need
Licence or permit
A permit is required for fossicking in NSW State forests. Private land needs landholder consent, and parks and reserves usually do not allow collecting.
Designated fossicking areas
Common choices include State forests that allow fossicking, plus mapped fossicking districts and private properties with permission.
Before you dig
Get the State forest fossicking permit before visiting State forest land, carry it with you, use hand tools only, and confirm local closures before a trip.
Fossicking near New South Wales cities and towns
City guides listing every mapped spot within 200 km, sorted by distance.
New South Wales fossicking FAQ
Do you need a licence to go fossicking in New South Wales?+
What rocks and minerals can you find in New South Wales?+
How many fossicking sites are in New South Wales?+
Map every New South Wales spot in the app
Open the RockHoundR app to see New South Wales on a real map with geology, weather, and your saved finds.
