Fossils near Orlando, FL
12 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Orlando report fossil. The closest is Sumter County Quarries, about 44 miles out (54 min drive).
Fossil collecting spots cluster around exposed sedimentary rock: road cuts, creek banks, quarries, and badlands where erosion keeps bringing fresh material to the surface.
Map of 12 fossil collecting spots within 150 miles of Orlando, Florida
Closest fossils spots to Orlando
- Sumter County QuarriesSumter County, Florida44 mi · 54 min driveChert, Fossilized Ivory
- Polk County QuarriesPolk County, Florida44 mi · 55 min driveFossils, Gypsum, Petrified Wood
- Marion County QuarriesMarion County, Florida68 mi · 1 hr 25 min driveChert, Fossilized Ivory
- Bradford CountyCitrus County, Florida70 mi · 1 hr 27 min driveChert, Fossilized Ivory
- Cross Florida Barge CanalPutnam County, Florida73 mi · 1 hr 31 min driveFossils, Silicified Coral
- Unnamed Area (Agatized Coral #2)Hillsborough County, Florida81 mi · 1 hr 41 min driveAgatized Coral, Coral, Chalcedony
Types of fossils reported near Orlando
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Fossilized Ivory4
- Fossilized Coral3
- Fossils3
- Manatee Bones2
- Shark Teeth2
- Fossil Coral1
- Fossilized Shells1
Every fossil spot within 150 miles of Orlando
Sorted by distance from Orlando. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sumter County QuarriesCR 470 | Sumter County |
| 28.7676, -82.0472 | Public |
| Polk County QuarriesAlcoma Grove Road | Polk County |
| 27.9116, -81.5067 | Public |
| Marion County QuarriesUS 301;US 441 | Marion County |
| 29.2491, -82.1497 | Public |
| Bradford CountyEagle Ridge Horse Trail | Citrus County |
| 28.8191, -82.4822 | Public |
| Cross Florida Barge Canal | Putnam County |
| 29.5520, -81.7175 | Public |
| Unnamed Area (Agatized Coral #2)Interbay Boulevard | Hillsborough County |
| 27.8862, -82.4808 | Public |
| Crystal RiverSuncoast Boulevard | Citrus County | 28.9642, -82.6352 | Public | |
| Fort Drum Crystal MineHerbert Hoover Dike | Okeechobee County | 27.2000, -80.8000 | Paid / fee | |
| Pinellas & Hillsborough Beaches120th Avenue West | Pinellas County |
| 27.7740, -82.7793 | Public |
| Alachua County QuarriesNorthwest 202nd Street | Alachua County |
| 29.6745, -82.5626 | Public |
| Gulf BeachesSouth Casey Key Road | Sarasota County |
| 27.1229, -82.4711 | Public |
| Englewood BeachNorth Beach Road | Charlotte County |
| 26.9242, -82.3614 | Public |
Fossils near Orlando FAQ
Where can I find fossils near Orlando?+
12 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Orlando report fossil. The closest is Sumter County Quarries in Sumter County County, roughly 44 miles away (54 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect fossils on public land near Orlando?+
11 of the 12 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible, and 1 is a fee-dig site where you pay for access and keep your finds. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Is it legal to keep fossils I find?+
On federal land, common invertebrate and plant fossils (shells, corals, trilobites, leaf prints) may be collected casually for personal use. Vertebrate fossils (bone, teeth, anything with a backbone) are protected on federal land and need a research permit. Private land follows the landowner's permission. When in doubt, photograph it, note the location, and ask the managing agency.
How far from Orlando do I need to drive?+
The nearest fossil spot is about 44 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 127 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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