Rockhounding near Toronto, ON
6 mapped rockhounding spots within 200 miles of Toronto, most within a few hours' drive. Below: a map, the closest spots, what they produce, and full coordinates with access notes.
Map of rockhounding spots within 200 miles of Toronto, Ontario
Closest rockhounding spots to Toronto
The 6 nearest mapped spots, with straight-line distance and an approximate drive time.
- Bear Lake DiggingsHaliburton County, Ontario102 mi · 2 hr 7 min driveApatite, Titanite, Mica
- Titanite Hill (Tory Hill)Haliburton County, Ontario104 mi · 2 hr 10 min driveTitanite, Apatite, Feldspar
- Princess Sodalite MineHastings County, Ontario125 mi · 2 hr 36 min driveSodalite, Hackmanite, Nepheline
- CN Rock PileHastings County, Ontario129 mi · 2 hr 41 min driveSodalite, Rose Quartz, Apatite
- Rose Quartz PitRenfrew County, Ontario150 mi · 3 hr 8 min driveRose Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Beryl
- Beryl PitRenfrew County, Ontario152 mi · 3 hr 10 min driveBeryl, Pyrite, Columbite
Most-reported finds near Toronto
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
- Apatite3
- Beryl3
- Fluorite2
- Rose Quartz2
- Sodalite2
- Titanite2
- Analcime1
- Aquamarine1
- Bertrandite1
- Cancrinite1
- Columbite1
- Columbite-(fe)1
Every spot within 200 miles of Toronto
Sorted by distance from Toronto. Tap a row to open the spot detail page with full directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Lake Diggings | 44.9160, -78.3180 | Check locally | |
| Titanite Hill (Tory Hill) | 44.9330, -78.2660 | Public | |
| Princess Sodalite MineHighway 28 |
| 45.0725, -77.8094 | Paid / fee |
| CN Rock PileKuno Road |
| 45.1579, -77.8344 | Public |
| Rose Quartz Pit |
| 45.3181, -77.4256 | Paid / fee |
| Beryl PitLetterkenny Road |
| 45.3319, -77.3909 | Paid / fee |
Toronto rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Toronto?+
There are 6 mapped rockhounding spots within about 200 miles of Toronto, Ontario. The closest is Bear Lake Diggings in Haliburton County, roughly 102 miles away. The full list is on this page with coordinates and drive times.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Toronto?+
Spots within driving distance of Toronto most commonly produce apatite, beryl, fluorite, rose quartz, sodalite, titanite.
Is rockhounding legal near Toronto?+
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 Toronto?+
The spots on this page sit within about 200 miles of Toronto, 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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The spots above span 1 province. Open the province page for the full list.
