Rockhounding near Yellowknife, NT
3 mapped rockhounding spots within 320 km of Yellowknife, 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 320 km of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Closest rockhounding spots to Yellowknife
The 3 nearest mapped spots, with straight-line distance and an approximate drive time.
- Van Dyke PegmatiteNorth Slave Region, Northwest Territories55 km · 43 min driveBeryl, Tourmaline, Spodumene
- Moose II PegmatiteNorth Slave Region, Northwest Territories115 km · 1 hr 30 min driveBeryl, Columbite-(fe), Fluorapatite
- Pine PointSouth Slave Region, Northwest Territories180 km · 2 hr 20 min driveFluorite, Galena, Hemimorphite
Most-reported finds near Yellowknife
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
Every spot within 320 km of Yellowknife
Sorted by distance from Yellowknife. Tap a row to open the spot detail page with full directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Van Dyke Pegmatite | 62.7861, -113.5717 | Permission | |
| Moose II Pegmatite | 62.1825, -112.2172 | Permission | |
| Pine Point | 60.8333, -114.4667 | Check locally |
Yellowknife rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Yellowknife?+
There are 3 mapped rockhounding spots within about 320 km of Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. The closest is Van Dyke Pegmatite in North Slave Region, roughly 55 km away. The full list is on this page with coordinates and drive times.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Yellowknife?+
Spots within driving distance of Yellowknife most commonly produce beryl, baryte, calcite, columbite-(fe), fluorapatite, fluorite.
Is rockhounding legal near Yellowknife?+
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 Yellowknife?+
The spots on this page sit within about 320 km of Yellowknife, 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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