If you’re considering rockhounding in Louisiana, keep in mind that the locations are changing all the time due to things like depletion caused by other collectors, or construction in those locations, amongst other things. With that in mind, it’s essential to specify that Louisiana prides itself on its mineral, fossil, and gemstone resources, and there … Read more
Did you know that the State of Kansas is part of one of the most famous rockhounding districts in the United States? We know the State of Kansas for its vast agricultural and natural resources, including minerals, rocks, and gemstones. Read on to learn more about 5 of the best rockhounding spots in Kansas and the array … Read more
Rhode Island is a beautiful state. But it’s not a great state in which to hunt for rocks, crystals, and fossils. Given its small size and geographic make-up, finding large quantities of crystals and sought after rocks is challenging at best. However, there are a few places to find certain crystals. Even more places to … Read more
Are you looking for places to collect rocks, crystals, and fossils in Mississippi? Here are eleven places to get started rockhounding in Mississippi. Rockhounding Mississippi Disclaimer The information provided in this article by YesDirt.com is for informational purposes and is subject to change. Laws are updated. Accessibility guidelines and restrictions change. Be sure to confirm … Read more
North Dakota has such beautiful prairie land where wildlife can roam freely. But, with so much untouched land, unique crystals, rocks, and fossils are bound to be underneath it all. Well, of course, it is! And if you’re going to go rockhounding in the state, you’ll need to know where you can go collecting. So … Read more
In Manitoba, Canada, Lake Winnipeg is a relatively shallow glacial lake. It is a great place to find interesting granite, limestone, feldspar, mica, and granites. The lake is a great place to visit with a family as there are many staircases and playgrounds that lead down to the sandy beaches. Much of the rock is … Read more
When visiting Lake Champlain keep an eye out for striking iberville shale, limestone, marble, dolostone, slate and magnetite. The stones here are unique as they were formed by heat and pressure of tectonic movement. The fault has created two mountain ranges and very unique rocks. Geology is at the center of the attraction of Lake … Read more
Mainly made up of the Guiana Shield, a very large geological feature that covers Guyana and Suriname. Stones like granite, quartz diorite, and other volcanic rocks like basalt and andesite are common in Suriname. Suriname is said to have an ever changing coastline due to erosion of the stones that make up the coastline. The … Read more
Surinam has rich mineral deposits and there are beautiful Surinamite, Kyanite, sandstone, gabbro, bauxite and precious metals. Suriname’s most desirable rocks and minerals are found in the mountainous north and west area of the country. The mining industry in Suriname focuses on gold, but they also export tin, copper, oil, and laterite. Types of Rocks … Read more
Guyana is home to sandstone formed over volcanic rock like granite and basalt. Collectors may find sandstone, pink granite, tuff, quartzite, and migmatite samples. Precious stones and gems are rare in Guyana. Guyana is home to tepui, flat top sandstone mountains that have formed when the larger sandstone deposit eroded away over time. Consider hiring … Read more