Rockhounding in Nunavut

3 mapped spots in Nunavut, Canada. Tap any spot for coordinates and the minerals reported there, then check local rules before you head out.

Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Nunavut

Top minerals found in Nunavut

Counts reflect how many spots in this list mention each mineral.

Every rockhounding spot in Nunavut

Sorted by county. Tap coordinates to open in Google Maps, or open RockHoundR for the full map view with land overlays and weather.

SpotAreaMineralsCoordinatesAccess
Mallery LakeKivalliq Region63.7539, -98.7371Public
Beluga Sapphire PropertyQikiqtaaluk Region62.8288, -69.8949Check locally
KimmirutQikiqtaaluk Region
  • Lapis Lazuli
  • Lazurite
  • Almandine
  • Scapolite
  • Diopside
62.8457, -69.8868Check locally

Nunavut rockhounding FAQ

Is rockhounding legal in Nunavut?+
Rules vary by site and land owner in Nunavut. Collecting is generally allowed on public Crown land and many beaches in reasonable amounts, but provincial parks, protected areas, and private property need permission. Confirm the rules for each spot before you collect.
What rocks and minerals can you find in Nunavut?+
Nunavut spots in this list most commonly produce Diopside, Scapolite, Agate, Almandine, Baryte. The full list across all spots is broader.
How many rockhounding sites are in Nunavut?+
RockHoundR currently lists 3 rockhounding spots in Nunavut. The app keeps growing and lets you save your own private finds alongside the public ones.

Map every Nunavut spot in the app

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