Lightning Ridge: Fossicking in New South Wales
Lightning Ridge is a mapped fossicking spot in New South Wales, Australia. Reported finds include black opal, opal, precious opal, agate, chalcedony, and more. Below: coordinates, licence notes, and nearby spots.
Map showing Lightning Ridge in New South Wales
Quick details
- Access
- Permission required
- State / territory
- New South Wales
- Nearest road
- Pandora Street
- Postcode
- 2834
- Coordinates
- -29.43146, 147.98010
Land & fossicking status
Permission required before fossicking
Requires landholder, operator, or agency permission before any fossicking. Do not enter without explicit authorization.
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.
Found at Lightning Ridge
Nearby fossicking spots
Other fossicking spots in New South Wales within driving distance of Lightning Ridge.
Lightning Ridge FAQ
Where is Lightning Ridge?+
Lightning Ridge is in New South Wales, Australia, at -29.43146, 147.98010. Nearest road: Pandora Street.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Lightning Ridge?+
Lightning Ridge is reported to produce Black Opal, Opal, Precious Opal, Agate, Chalcedony, Quartz.
Is fossicking allowed at Lightning Ridge?+
Permission required before fossicking. Requires landholder, operator, or agency permission before any fossicking. Do not enter without explicit authorization. Fossicking rules in Australia are set by state or territory, so always confirm licences and land access before a trip.
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