Fossils near Youngstown, OH
5 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Youngstown report fossil. The closest is Ligonier, about 91 miles out (1 hr 54 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 5 fossil collecting spots within 150 miles of Youngstown, Ohio
Closest fossils spots to Youngstown
- LigonierWestmoreland County, Pennsylvania91 mi · 1 hr 54 min driveQuartz, Fossils
- SanduskyErie County, Ohio108 mi · 2 hr 15 min driveCalcite, Celestite, Dolomite
- Maple Grove QuarrySeneca County, Ohio134 mi · 2 hr 47 min driveCalcite, Celestite, Dolomite
- GenoaOttawa County, Ohio143 mi · 2 hr 59 min driveCalcite, Celestite, Dolomite
- Clay Center limestone quarryOttawa County, Ohio145 mi · 3 hr 1 min driveCalcite, Celestite, Dolomite
Every fossil spot within 150 miles of Youngstown
Sorted by distance from Youngstown. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligonier | Westmoreland County | 40.2744, -79.2973 | Public | |
| SanduskyEast Strub Road | Erie County | 41.4170, -82.6803 | Public | |
| Maple Grove QuarryCr42 | Seneca County | 41.2256, -83.2137 | Public | |
| GenoaMain Street | Ottawa County | 41.5080, -83.3544 | Public | |
| Clay Center limestone quarryNorth Bolander Road | Ottawa County | 41.5744, -83.3635 | Public |
Fossils near Youngstown FAQ
Where can I find fossils near Youngstown?+
5 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Youngstown report fossil. The closest is Ligonier in Westmoreland County County, roughly 91 miles away (1 hr 54 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect fossils on public land near Youngstown?+
5 of the 5 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 Youngstown do I need to drive?+
The nearest fossil spot is about 91 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 145 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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