Rockhounding near Saint John, NB
38 mapped rockhounding spots within 320 km of Saint John, most within a few hours' drive. Below: every spot, closest first, with what it produces and its access.
Covering parts of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec.
Every spot within 320 km of Saint John
Lepreau Falls Provincial ParkCharlotte County, New Brunswick · 33 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Trace Fossil
Prim PointDigby County, Nova Scotia · 68 km awayPublic access · Jasper, Quartz, Copper +6- The WhistleCharlotte County, New Brunswick · 77 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony +6
- Seven Days Work CliffCharlotte County, New Brunswick · 77 km awayCheck locally · Amethyst, Chalcedony, Jasper +8
- Whale Cove CliffsCharlotte County, New Brunswick · 78 km awayPublic access · Amethyst, Chalcedony, Jasper +7
- Indian BeachVillage of Grand Manan, New Brunswick · 79 km awayPublic access · Agate, Chalcedony, Quartz
- MargaretsvilleAnnapolis County, Nova Scotia · 82 km awayPermission required · Copper, Stilbite Subgroup, Stilbite-ca +9
- Digby NeckDigby County, Nova Scotia · 88 km awayPublic access · Quartz, Stilbite Subgroup, Heulandite-ca +5
- MordenKings County, Nova Scotia · 90 km awayCheck locally · Mordenite, Stilbite, Laumontite +4
- Spicer CoveCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 93 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Fossil Plant
- Deep Cove BeachVillage of Grand Manan, New Brunswick · 98 km awayPublic access · Agate, Jasper, Stilbite Subgroup +5
- HarbourvilleKings County, Nova Scotia · 99 km awayCheck locally · Stilbite, Heulandite, Laumontite +5
- Cape d'OrCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 101 km awayPublic access · Quartz, Copper, Stilbite Subgroup +9
- Waterside BeachAlbert County, New Brunswick · 106 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Trace Fossil
- Cape EnrageAlbert County, New Brunswick · 106 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Fossil Plant, Calamites
- Halls HarbourKings County, Nova Scotia · 113 km awayPublic access · Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony +9
- Cape SplitKings County, Nova Scotia · 125 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Chalcedony, Quartz +9
- Scots Bay BeachKings County, Nova Scotia · 130 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Jasper, Amethyst +4
- Amethyst CoveKings County, Nova Scotia · 131 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony +9
- Cape BlomidonKings County, Nova Scotia · 134 km awayPublic access · Agate, Amethyst, Quartz +9
- Joggins Fossil CliffsCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 134 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Fossil Plant, Fossil Tree
- Partridge IslandCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 135 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony +9
- Parrsboro ShoreCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 137 km awayPublic access · Copper, Stilbite Subgroup, Heulandite Subgroup +6
- Clarke HeadCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 143 km awayPermission required · Quartz, Analcime, Prehnite +3
- Wasson BluffCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 143 km awayCheck locally · Chabazite, Stilbite, Analcime +4
- Two IslandsCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 145 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Quartz, Copper +9
- Blue BeachKings County, Nova Scotia · 146 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Trace Fossil, Fossil Fish +1
- McKay HeadCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 146 km awayPublic access · Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony +9
- Cheverie shoreHants County, Nova Scotia · 147 km awayCheck locally · Gypsum, Selenite, Fluorite +5
- Five IslandsCumberland County, Nova Scotia · 154 km awayCheck locally · Copper, Stilbite Subgroup, Heulandite Subgroup +8
- Moose IslandColchester County, Nova Scotia · 155 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Amethyst, Quartz +6
- The Ovens Natural ParkLunenburg County, Nova Scotia · 178 km awayFee dig · Gold
- Malpeque BayRural Municipality of Sherbrooke, Prince Edward Island · 220 km awayCheck locally · Calcite, Paratacamite
- Gallas PointQueens County, Prince Edward Island · 259 km awayPermission required · Baryte, Quartz, Calcite +1
- Arisaig Provincial ParkAntigonish County, Nova Scotia · 308 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Brachiopod, Trilobite +3
- Plage de Beaubassin, BonaventureBonaventure, Québec · 311 km awayCheck locally · Agate, Jasper
- Bon Ami PointRestigouche County, New Brunswick · 311 km awayCheck locally · Chalcedony, Jasper, Prehnite +5
- Parc national de MiguashaAvignon, Québec · 316 km awayCheck locally · Fossil, Fossil Fish, Fossil Plant
Most-reported finds near Saint John
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.
- Stilbite Subgroup18
- Quartz17
- Analcime16
- Chabazite15
- Heulandite Subgroup14
- Agate13
- Calcite13
- Chalcedony11
- Natrolite11
- Amethyst10
- Copper10
- Jasper10
Saint John rockhounding FAQ
Where can I go rockhounding near Saint John?+
There are 38 mapped rockhounding spots within about 320 km of Saint John, New Brunswick. The closest is Lepreau Falls Provincial Park in Charlotte County, roughly 33 km away. Every one is listed on this page, closest first.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Saint John?+
Spots within driving distance of Saint John most commonly produce stilbite subgroup, quartz, analcime, chabazite, heulandite subgroup, agate.
Is rockhounding legal near Saint John?+
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 Saint John?+
The spots on this page sit within about 320 km of Saint John, 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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