Rockhounding near St. John's, NL
5 mapped rockhounding spots within 320 km of St. John's, most within a few hours' drive. Below: every spot, closest first, with what it produces and its access.
Every spot within 320 km of St. John's
Manuels RiverNewfoundland and Labrador · 19 km awayCheck locally · Trilobite, Fossil, Rhodochrosite +2- La MancheUnincorporated Newfoundland, Newfoundland and Labrador · 93 km awayPermission required · Amethyst, Opal, Fluorite +5
- Port Union fossil siteNewfoundland and Labrador · 107 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Ediacaran Fossil
- Mistaken Point Ecological ReserveNewfoundland and Labrador · 110 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Ediacaran Fossil
- Fortune Head Ecological ReserveNewfoundland and Labrador · 244 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Trace Fossil
Most-reported finds near St. John's
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
- Fossil4
- Ediacaran Fossil2
- Amethyst1
- Barite1
- Baryte1
- Fluorite1
- Galena1
- Opal1
- Pyrite1
- Quartz1
- Rhodochrosite1
- Smithsonite1
St. John's rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near St. John's?+
There are 5 mapped rockhounding spots within about 320 km of St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. The closest is Manuels River in Newfoundland and Labrador, roughly 19 km away. Every one is listed on this page, closest first.
What rocks and minerals can you find near St. John's?+
Spots within driving distance of St. John's most commonly produce fossil, ediacaran fossil, amethyst, barite, baryte, fluorite.
Is rockhounding legal near St. John's?+
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 St. John's?+
The spots on this page sit within about 320 km of St. John's, 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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