Rockhounding near Fredericton, NB
23 mapped rockhounding spots within 200 miles of Fredericton, most within a few hours' drive. Below: a map, the closest spots, what they produce, and full coordinates with access notes.
Covering parts of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Map of rockhounding spots within 200 miles of Fredericton, New Brunswick
Closest rockhounding spots to Fredericton
The 6 nearest mapped spots, with straight-line distance and an approximate drive time.
- The WhistleCharlotte County, New Brunswick81 mi · 1 hr 41 min driveAgate, Amethyst, Chalcedony
- Indian BeachVillage of Grand Manan, New Brunswick81 mi · 1 hr 42 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Quartz
- Seven Days Work CliffCharlotte County, New Brunswick81 mi · 1 hr 42 min driveAmethyst, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Whale Cove CliffsCharlotte County, New Brunswick82 mi · 1 hr 43 min driveAmethyst, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Deep Cove BeachVillage of Grand Manan, New Brunswick94 mi · 1 hr 58 min driveAgate, Jasper, Stilbite Subgroup
- Prim PointDigby County, Nova Scotia97 mi · 2 hr 2 min driveJasper, Quartz, Copper
Most-reported finds near Fredericton
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
Every spot within 200 miles of Fredericton
Sorted by distance from Fredericton. Tap a row to open the spot detail page with full directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| The WhistleWhistle Road |
| 44.7997, -66.7836 | Check locally |
| Indian Beach | 44.7911, -66.7972 | Public | |
| Seven Days Work CliffSeven Days Work Drive |
| 44.7892, -66.7694 | Check locally |
| Whale Cove CliffsWhistle Road |
| 44.7794, -66.7639 | Public |
| Deep Cove BeachRoute 776 | 44.6131, -66.8786 | Public | |
| Prim PointLighthouse Road | 44.6919, -65.7861 | Public | |
| MargaretsvilleHighway 362 |
| 45.0481, -65.0647 | Check locally |
| Cape d'OrCape Dor Road | 45.2908, -64.7742 | Public | |
| Digby Neck | 44.4842, -66.0753 | Public | |
| Halls HarbourHighway 359 |
| 45.2011, -64.6186 | Public |
| Cape Split |
| 45.3292, -64.4669 | Check locally |
| Amethyst Cove |
| 45.3206, -64.3894 | Check locally |
| Parrsboro ShorePier Road |
| 45.3995, -64.3239 | Public |
| Partridge IslandPartridge Island Road |
| 45.3669, -64.3383 | Check locally |
| Cape BlomidonPereau Road | 45.2572, -64.3483 | Public | |
| Clarke Head | 45.3806, -64.2411 | Check locally | |
| Two Islands | 45.3847, -64.2142 | Check locally | |
| McKay HeadSnowy Owl Lane | 45.3963, -64.2000 | Public | |
| Five Islands |
| 45.3828, -64.1031 | Check locally |
| Moose Island | 45.3850, -64.0828 | Check locally | |
| Malpeque BayLocke Shore Road |
| 46.4453, -63.7738 | Check locally |
| Bon Ami PointGoderich Street |
| 48.0590, -66.3522 | Check locally |
| Gallas PointPoint View Lane | 46.1276, -62.9624 | Check locally |
Fredericton rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Fredericton?+
There are 23 mapped rockhounding spots within about 200 miles of Fredericton, New Brunswick. The closest is The Whistle in Charlotte County, roughly 81 miles away. The full list is on this page with coordinates and drive times.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Fredericton?+
Spots within driving distance of Fredericton most commonly produce stilbite subgroup, quartz, chabazite, heulandite subgroup, analcime, agate.
Is rockhounding legal near Fredericton?+
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 Fredericton?+
The spots on this page sit within about 200 miles of Fredericton, 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 Fredericton
More "rockhounding near" guides for cities within range.
More province coverage
The spots above span 3 provinces. Open the province page for the full list.
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