Big Fish River: Rockhounding in Inuvik Region, Yukon

Big Fish River is a mapped rockhounding spot in Inuvik Region, Yukon, Canada. Reported finds include lazulite, wardite, gormanite, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, and nearby spots.

Map showing Big Fish River in Inuvik Region, Yukon

Quick details

Access
Check locally
County
Inuvik Region
Province
Yukon

Land & collecting status

Confirm rules before collecting

Land status here is not confirmed. National and provincial parks prohibit collecting, while Crown land and many beaches allow it. Verify with the managing agency before you collect.

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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Big Fish River FAQ

Where is Big Fish River?+
Big Fish River is in Inuvik Region, Yukon, Canada, at 68.47383, -136.48739.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Big Fish River?+
Big Fish River is reported to produce Lazulite, Wardite, Gormanite, Quartz.
Is collecting allowed at Big Fish River?+
Confirm rules before collecting. Land status here is not confirmed. National and provincial parks prohibit collecting, while Crown land and many beaches allow it. Verify with the managing agency before you collect. Collecting rules in Canada are set provincially, so always confirm with the managing agency before a trip.

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