Rockhounding near Sherbrooke, QC
6 mapped rockhounding spots within 320 km of Sherbrooke, most within a few hours' drive. Below: every spot, closest first, with what it produces and its access.
Every spot within 320 km of Sherbrooke
Orford Nickel mineLe Val-Saint-François, Québec · 18 km awayPermission required · Green Garnet, Millerite, Diopside- Jeffrey MineLes Sources, Québec · 41 km awayCheck locally · Grossular Garnet, Vesuvianite, Prehnite +1
- Poudrette Quarry (Mont Saint-Hilaire)La Vallée-du-Richelieu, Québec · 99 km awayPermission required · Analcime, Aegirine, Catapleiite +3
- Autoroute 50 RoadcutArgenteuil, Québec · 216 km awayCheck locally · Garnet Group, Diopside, Titanite +2
- White Road RoadcutArgenteuil, Québec · 218 km awayPermission required · Diopside, Fluorite, Titanite +3
- Lac Pied des MontsCharlevoix-Est, Québec · 286 km awayPermission required · Almandine, Microcline, Muscovite +2
Most-reported finds near Sherbrooke
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
- Diopside3
- Titanite2
- Zircon2
- Aegirine1
- Almandine1
- Analcime1
- Apatite1
- Carletonite1
- Catapleiite1
- Fluorapatite1
- Fluorite1
- Garnet Group1
Sherbrooke rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Sherbrooke?+
There are 6 mapped rockhounding spots within about 320 km of Sherbrooke, Québec. The closest is Orford Nickel mine in Le Val-Saint-François, roughly 18 km away. Every one is listed on this page, closest first.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Sherbrooke?+
Spots within driving distance of Sherbrooke most commonly produce diopside, titanite, zircon, aegirine, almandine, analcime.
Is rockhounding legal near Sherbrooke?+
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 Sherbrooke?+
The spots on this page sit within about 320 km of Sherbrooke, 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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