Rockhounding near Charlottetown, PE
18 mapped rockhounding spots within 200 miles of Charlottetown, most within a few hours' drive. Below: a map, the closest spots, what they produce, and full coordinates with access notes.
Covering parts of Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick.
Map of rockhounding spots within 200 miles of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Closest rockhounding spots to Charlottetown
The 6 nearest mapped spots, with straight-line distance and an approximate drive time.
- Gallas PointQueens County, Prince Edward Island11 mi · 14 min driveBaryte, Quartz, Calcite
- Malpeque BayRural Municipality of Sherbrooke, Prince Edward Island34 mi · 42 min driveCalcite, Paratacamite
- Moose IslandColchester County, Nova Scotia75 mi · 1 hr 33 min driveAgate, Amethyst, Quartz
- Five IslandsCumberland County, Nova Scotia75 mi · 1 hr 34 min driveCopper, Stilbite Subgroup, Heulandite Subgroup
- McKay HeadCumberland County, Nova Scotia78 mi · 1 hr 37 min driveAgate, Amethyst, Chalcedony
- Two IslandsCumberland County, Nova Scotia79 mi · 1 hr 38 min driveAgate, Quartz, Copper
Most-reported finds near Charlottetown
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
Every spot within 200 miles of Charlottetown
Sorted by distance from Charlottetown. Tap a row to open the spot detail page with full directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gallas PointPoint View Lane | 46.1276, -62.9624 | Check locally | |
| Malpeque BayLocke Shore Road |
| 46.4453, -63.7738 | Check locally |
| Moose Island | 45.3850, -64.0828 | Check locally | |
| Five Islands |
| 45.3828, -64.1031 | Check locally |
| McKay HeadSnowy Owl Lane | 45.3963, -64.2000 | Public | |
| Two Islands | 45.3847, -64.2142 | Check locally | |
| Clarke Head | 45.3806, -64.2411 | Check locally | |
| Parrsboro ShorePier Road |
| 45.3995, -64.3239 | Public |
| Partridge IslandPartridge Island Road |
| 45.3669, -64.3383 | Check locally |
| Amethyst Cove |
| 45.3206, -64.3894 | Check locally |
| Cape BlomidonPereau Road | 45.2572, -64.3483 | Public | |
| Cape Split |
| 45.3292, -64.4669 | Check locally |
| Halls HarbourHighway 359 |
| 45.2011, -64.6186 | Public |
| Cape d'OrCape Dor Road | 45.2908, -64.7742 | Public | |
| MargaretsvilleHighway 362 |
| 45.0481, -65.0647 | Check locally |
| Prim PointLighthouse Road | 44.6919, -65.7861 | Public | |
| Digby Neck | 44.4842, -66.0753 | Public | |
| Bon Ami PointGoderich Street |
| 48.0590, -66.3522 | Check locally |
Charlottetown rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Charlottetown?+
There are 18 mapped rockhounding spots within about 200 miles of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The closest is Gallas Point in Queens County, roughly 11 miles away. The full list is on this page with coordinates and drive times.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Charlottetown?+
Spots within driving distance of Charlottetown most commonly produce heulandite subgroup, quartz, stilbite subgroup, analcime, chabazite, calcite.
Is rockhounding legal near Charlottetown?+
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 Charlottetown?+
The spots on this page sit within about 200 miles of Charlottetown, which is roughly a few hours of driving. Closer spots are good for a day trip; the outer ones are better as overnight trips.
Other cities near Charlottetown
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The spots above span 3 provinces. Open the province page for the full list.
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