CN Rock Pile: Rockhounding in Hastings County, Ontario

CN Rock Pile is a mapped rockhounding spot in Hastings County, Ontario, Canada. Reported finds include sodalite, rose quartz, apatite, beryl, corundum. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Hastings County
Province: Ontario
Nearest road: Kuno Road
Coordinates: 45.15794, -77.83436

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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CN Rock Pile FAQ

Where is CN Rock Pile?+

CN Rock Pile is in Hastings County, Ontario, Canada, at 45.15794, -77.83436. Nearest road: Kuno Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at CN Rock Pile?+

CN Rock Pile is reported to produce Sodalite, Rose Quartz, Apatite, Beryl, Corundum.

Is collecting allowed at CN Rock Pile?+

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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