Rockhounding near Trois-Rivières, QC
8 mapped rockhounding spots within 320 km of Trois-Rivières, most within a few hours' drive. Below: every spot, closest first, with what it produces and its access.
Every spot within 320 km of Trois-Rivières
Jeffrey MineLes Sources, Québec · 79 km awayCheck locally · Grossular Garnet, Vesuvianite, Prehnite +1- Poudrette Quarry (Mont Saint-Hilaire)La Vallée-du-Richelieu, Québec · 98 km awayPermission required · Analcime, Aegirine, Catapleiite +3
- Orford Nickel mineLe Val-Saint-François, Québec · 108 km awayPermission required · Green Garnet, Millerite, Diopside
- White Road RoadcutArgenteuil, Québec · 165 km awayPermission required · Diopside, Fluorite, Titanite +3
- Autoroute 50 RoadcutArgenteuil, Québec · 179 km awayCheck locally · Garnet Group, Diopside, Titanite +2
- Lac Pied des MontsCharlevoix-Est, Québec · 226 km awayPermission required · Almandine, Microcline, Muscovite +2
- Cristal du Lac quartz mineLac-Saint-Jean-Est, Québec · 228 km awayFee dig · Quartz
- Hincks BridgeLa Vallée-de-la-Gatineau, Québec · 267 km awayPermission required · Almandine, Kyanite, Sillimanite +4
Most-reported finds near Trois-Rivières
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Trois-Rivières rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Trois-Rivières?+
There are 8 mapped rockhounding spots within about 320 km of Trois-Rivières, Québec. The closest is Jeffrey Mine in Les Sources, roughly 79 km away. Every one is listed on this page, closest first.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Trois-Rivières?+
Spots within driving distance of Trois-Rivières most commonly produce diopside, quartz, almandine, titanite, zircon, aegirine.
Is rockhounding legal near Trois-Rivières?+
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 Trois-Rivières?+
The spots on this page sit within about 320 km of Trois-Rivières, 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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