Rockhounding near Halifax, NS

22 mapped rockhounding spots within 320 km of Halifax, most within a few hours' drive. Below: a map, the closest spots, what they produce, and full coordinates with access notes.

Covering parts of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick.

Closest rockhounding spots to Halifax

The 6 nearest mapped spots, with straight-line distance and an approximate drive time.

Cape BlomidonKings County, Nova Scotia91 km · 1 hr 11 min driveAgate, Amethyst, Quartz
Moose IslandColchester County, Nova Scotia91 km · 1 hr 11 min driveAgate, Amethyst, Quartz
Five IslandsCumberland County, Nova Scotia92 km · 1 hr 11 min driveCopper, Stilbite Subgroup, Heulandite Subgroup
Two IslandsCumberland County, Nova Scotia96 km · 1 hr 15 min driveAgate, Quartz, Copper
McKay HeadCumberland County, Nova Scotia97 km · 1 hr 15 min driveAgate, Amethyst, Chalcedony
Clarke HeadCumberland County, Nova Scotia97 km · 1 hr 15 min driveQuartz, Analcime, Prehnite

Most-reported finds near Halifax

Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.

Stilbite Subgroup17
Quartz16
Chabazite14
Analcime13
Heulandite Subgroup13
Agate11
Calcite10
Copper10
Amethyst9
Chalcedony9
Natrolite9
Jasper7

Every spot within 320 km of Halifax

Sorted by distance from Halifax. Tap a row to open the spot detail page with full directions, access status, and nearby trips.

Spot	Minerals	Coordinates	Access
Cape BlomidonPereau Road	Agate Amethyst Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Stilbite-ca Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite Natrolite +4 more	45.2572, -64.3483	Public
Moose Island	Agate Amethyst Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup Gmelinite Subgroup Calcite Malachite +1 more	45.3850, -64.0828	Check locally
Five Islands	Copper Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite Natrolite Analcime Gmelinite Subgroup Gmelinite-na +3 more	45.3828, -64.1031	Check locally
Two Islands	Agate Quartz Copper Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite Chabazite-ca Natrolite +4 more	45.3847, -64.2142	Check locally
McKay HeadSnowy Owl Lane	Agate Amethyst Chalcedony Jasper Opal Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup +4 more	45.3963, -64.2000	Public
Clarke Head	Quartz Analcime Prehnite Epidote Calcite Gypsum	45.3806, -64.2411	Permission
Amethyst Cove	Agate Amethyst Chalcedony Quartz Copper Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite +4 more	45.3206, -64.3894	Check locally
Partridge IslandPartridge Island Road	Agate Amethyst Chalcedony Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Stilbite-ca Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite +4 more	45.3669, -64.3383	Check locally
Parrsboro ShorePier Road	Copper Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite Natrolite Analcime Laumontite Gmelinite-na +1 more	45.3995, -64.3239	Public
Halls HarbourHighway 359	Agate Amethyst Chalcedony Jasper Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite +4 more	45.2011, -64.6186	Public
Cape Split	Agate Chalcedony Quartz Copper Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite Natrolite +4 more	45.3292, -64.4669	Check locally
Cape d'OrCape Dor Road	Quartz Copper Stilbite Subgroup Stilbite-ca Heulandite Subgroup Chabazite Chabazite-ca Natrolite +4 more	45.2908, -64.7742	Public
MargaretsvilleHighway 362	Copper Stilbite Subgroup Stilbite-ca Heulandite Subgroup Natrolite Analcime Mesolite Scolecite +4 more	45.0481, -65.0647	Permission
Gallas PointPoint View Lane	Baryte Quartz Calcite Hematite	46.1276, -62.9624	Permission
Prim PointLighthouse Road	Jasper Quartz Copper Heulandite Subgroup Mesolite Scolecite Laumontite Thomsonite Subgroup +1 more	44.6919, -65.7861	Public
Digby Neck	Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite-ca Chabazite Analcime Scolecite Laumontite Calcite	44.4842, -66.0753	Public
Malpeque BayLocke Shore Road	Calcite Paratacamite	46.4453, -63.7738	Check locally
Whale Cove CliffsWhistle Road	Amethyst Chalcedony Jasper Smoky Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite-ca Scolecite Copper +2 more	44.7794, -66.7639	Public
Seven Days Work CliffSeven Days Work Drive	Amethyst Chalcedony Jasper Smoky Quartz Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite-ca Chabazite Mesolite +3 more	44.7892, -66.7694	Check locally
The WhistleWhistle Road	Agate Amethyst Chalcedony Jasper Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite-ca Chabazite Mesolite +1 more	44.7997, -66.7836	Check locally
Indian Beach	Agate Chalcedony Quartz	44.7911, -66.7972	Public
Deep Cove BeachRoute 776	Agate Jasper Stilbite Subgroup Heulandite-ca Chabazite Mesolite Gyrolite Quartz	44.6131, -66.8786	Public

Halifax rockhounding FAQ

Where can I go rockhounding near Halifax?+

There are 22 mapped rockhounding spots within about 320 km of Halifax, Nova Scotia. The closest is Cape Blomidon in Kings County, roughly 91 km away. The full list is on this page with coordinates and drive times.

What rocks and minerals can you find near Halifax?+

Spots within driving distance of Halifax most commonly produce stilbite subgroup, quartz, chabazite, analcime, heulandite subgroup, agate.

Is rockhounding legal near Halifax?+

Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals for personal use is generally allowed on public Crown land and many beaches. Provincial and national parks, ecological reserves, and private property are off-limits without permission, and collecting rules in Canada are set provincially. Each spot page lists access status; always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How far do most rockhounders drive from Halifax?+

The spots on this page sit within about 320 km of Halifax, which is roughly a few hours of driving. Closer spots are good for a day trip; the outer ones are better as overnight trips.

Other cities near Halifax

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The spots above span 3 provinces. Open the province page for the full list.

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