Crowsnest Pass: Rockhounding in Alberta

Crowsnest Pass is a mapped rockhounding spot in Alberta, Canada. Reported finds include garnet group, almandine. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Public area
Province: Alberta
Postal code: T0K 0M0
Coordinates: 49.61896, -114.49443

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots in Canada sit on Crown land or public foreshore where casual hand collecting is generally allowed in reasonable amounts for personal use. Confirm posted rules and local bylaws before you dig.

Collecting rules in Canada are set provincially and by land owner. Crown land and many public beaches allow casual hand collecting, while provincial and national parks are off-limits. Confirm the rules for this site before you dig.

Found at Crowsnest Pass

Garnet Group
AlmandineEncyclopedia →

Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots in Alberta within driving distance of Crowsnest Pass.

Crowsnest Pass FAQ

Where is Crowsnest Pass?+

Crowsnest Pass is in Alberta, Canada, at 49.61896, -114.49443.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Crowsnest Pass?+

Crowsnest Pass is reported to produce Garnet Group, Almandine.

Is collecting allowed at Crowsnest Pass?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots in Canada sit on Crown land or public foreshore where casual hand collecting is generally allowed in reasonable amounts for personal use. Confirm posted rules and local bylaws before you dig. Collecting rules in Canada are set provincially, so always confirm with the managing agency before a trip.

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