McKay Head: Rockhounding in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia

McKay Head is a mapped rockhounding spot in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada. Reported finds include agate, amethyst, chalcedony, jasper, opal, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Cumberland County
Province: Nova Scotia
Nearest road: Snowy Owl Lane
Postal code: B0M 1S0
Coordinates: 45.39634, -64.20000

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots in Canada sit on Crown land or public foreshore where casual hand collecting is generally allowed in reasonable amounts for personal use. Confirm posted rules and local bylaws before you dig.

Collecting rules in Canada are set provincially and by land owner. Crown land and many public beaches allow casual hand collecting, while provincial and national parks are off-limits. Confirm the rules for this site before you dig.

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McKay Head FAQ

Where is McKay Head?+

McKay Head is in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, Canada, at 45.39634, -64.20000. Nearest road: Snowy Owl Lane.

What rocks and minerals can you find at McKay Head?+

McKay Head is reported to produce Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Jasper, Opal, Quartz, Stilbite Subgroup, Heulandite Subgroup, Chabazite, Analcime, Calcite, Baryte.

Is collecting allowed at McKay Head?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots in Canada sit on Crown land or public foreshore where casual hand collecting is generally allowed in reasonable amounts for personal use. Confirm posted rules and local bylaws before you dig. Collecting rules in Canada are set provincially, so always confirm with the managing agency before a trip.

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