Rockhounding near Rimouski, QC
9 mapped rockhounding spots within 320 km of Rimouski, most within a few hours' drive. Below: every spot, closest first, with what it produces and its access.
Covering parts of Québec, New Brunswick.
Every spot within 320 km of Rimouski
Lac Pied des MontsCharlevoix-Est, Québec · 159 km awayPermission required · Almandine, Microcline, Muscovite +2- Parc national de MiguashaAvignon, Québec · 165 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Fossil Fish, Fossil Plant
- Bon Ami PointRestigouche County, New Brunswick · 167 km awayCheck locally · Chalcedony, Jasper, Prehnite +5
- Mine d'agates du Mont LyallLa Haute-Gaspésie, Québec · 184 km awayFee dig · Agate, Jasper, Carnelian +4
- Plage de Beaubassin, BonaventureBonaventure, Québec · 230 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Jasper
- Cristal du Lac quartz mineLac-Saint-Jean-Est, Québec · 247 km awayFee dig · Quartz
- Plage HaldimandLa Côte-de-Gaspé, Québec · 307 km awayCheck locally · Agate
- Plage de L'Anse-à-BeaufilsLe Rocher-Percé, Québec · 311 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Jasper
- Plage de Coin-du-BancLe Rocher-Percé, Québec · 312 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Jasper
Most-reported finds near Rimouski
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
- Agate5
- Jasper5
- Quartz3
- Almandine1
- Amethyst1
- Carnelian1
- Chalcedony1
- Citrine1
- Epidote1
- Fossil1
- Fossil Fish1
- Fossil Plant1
Rimouski rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Rimouski?+
There are 9 mapped rockhounding spots within about 320 km of Rimouski, Québec. The closest is Lac Pied des Monts in Charlevoix-Est, roughly 159 km away. Every one is listed on this page, closest first.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Rimouski?+
Spots within driving distance of Rimouski most commonly produce agate, jasper, quartz, almandine, amethyst, carnelian.
Is rockhounding legal near Rimouski?+
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 Rimouski?+
The spots on this page sit within about 320 km of Rimouski, which is roughly a few hours of driving. Closer spots are good for a day trip; the outer ones are better as overnight trips.
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