Rockhounding in Québec

5 mapped spots in Québec, Canada. Tap any spot for coordinates and the minerals reported there, then check local rules before you head out.

Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Québec

Top minerals found in Québec

Counts reflect how many spots in this list mention each mineral.

Every rockhounding spot in Québec

Sorted by county. Tap coordinates to open in Google Maps, or open RockHoundR for the full map view with land overlays and weather.

SpotAreaMineralsCoordinatesAccess
Autoroute 50 RoadcutAutoroute Guy-LafleurArgenteuil45.6586, -74.6406Check locally
White Road RoadcutChemin White RoadArgenteuil45.9125, -74.5981Check locally
Lac Pied des MontsChemin de la MontagneCharlevoix-Est47.7644, -70.4056Check locally
Cabonga ReservoirLa Vallée-de-l'Or47.3585, -76.6680Public
Hincks BridgeChemin du Lac-Sainte-MarieLa Vallée-de-la-Gatineau45.9436, -75.9639Check locally

Québec rockhounding FAQ

Is rockhounding legal in Québec?+
Rules vary by site and land owner in Québec. Collecting is generally allowed on public Crown land and many beaches in reasonable amounts, but provincial parks, protected areas, and private property need permission. Confirm the rules for each spot before you collect.
What rocks and minerals can you find in Québec?+
Québec spots in this list most commonly produce Almandine, Diopside, Garnet Group, Kyanite, Quartz. The full list across all spots is broader.
How many rockhounding sites are in Québec?+
RockHoundR currently lists 5 rockhounding spots in Québec. The app keeps growing and lets you save your own private finds alongside the public ones.

Map every Québec spot in the app

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