Fossils near Williamsport, PA
7 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Williamsport report fossil. The closest is Big Run, about 13 miles out (16 min drive).
Fossil collecting spots cluster around exposed sedimentary rock: road cuts, creek banks, quarries, and badlands where erosion keeps bringing fresh material to the surface.
Map of 7 fossil collecting spots within 150 miles of Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Closest fossils spots to Williamsport
- Big RunLycoming County, Pennsylvania13 mi · 16 min driveRadioactive Copper, Fossils
- HancockWashington County, Maryland125 mi · 2 hr 36 min driveFossils, Quartz
- Chesapeake & Delaware CanalNew Castle County, Delaware136 mi · 2 hr 50 min driveFossils
- Mullica HillGloucester County, New Jersey137 mi · 2 hr 52 min driveAmber, Fossils
- Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil ParkGloucester County, New Jersey139 mi · 2 hr 54 min driveAmber, Fossils
- LigonierWestmoreland County, Pennsylvania141 mi · 2 hr 56 min driveQuartz, Fossils
Types of fossils reported near Williamsport
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Fossils6
- Fossilized Coral1
Every fossil spot within 150 miles of Williamsport
Sorted by distance from Williamsport. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big RunBig Run Road | Lycoming County |
| 41.2983, -76.6934 | Public |
| HancockNational Freeway | Washington County | 39.7170, -78.1953 | Public | |
| Chesapeake & Delaware Canal | New Castle County | 39.5585, -75.5898 | Public | |
| Mullica HillMullica Hill Road | Gloucester County | 39.7331, -75.2202 | Public | |
| Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil ParkVeterans Memorial Highway | Gloucester County | 39.7622, -75.1274 | Public | |
| Ligonier | Westmoreland County | 40.2744, -79.2973 | Public | |
| Fogelsanger QuarryBroadway | Erie County |
| 42.8998, -78.7407 | Public |
Fossils near Williamsport FAQ
Where can I find fossils near Williamsport?+
7 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Williamsport report fossil. The closest is Big Run in Lycoming County County, roughly 13 miles away (16 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect fossils on public land near Williamsport?+
7 of the 7 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Is it legal to keep fossils I find?+
On federal land, common invertebrate and plant fossils (shells, corals, trilobites, leaf prints) may be collected casually for personal use. Vertebrate fossils (bone, teeth, anything with a backbone) are protected on federal land and need a research permit. Private land follows the landowner's permission. When in doubt, photograph it, note the location, and ask the managing agency.
How far from Williamsport do I need to drive?+
The nearest fossil spot is about 13 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 148 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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