Where to Find Silver in Newfoundland and Labrador: 5 Mapped Sites
Newfoundland and Labrador has 5 documented sites where silver have been reported, and the best-known are Cape Ray, Duck Pond Deposit, and Tasisuak Lake. Every site is mapped below with GPS coordinates and links to a full report of access and what's been found there.
Last updated: — data compiled by the Rockhounding.org Research Team · methodology
Silver Map: Newfoundland and Labrador
All 5 silver sites in Newfoundland and Labrador. Click a pin for the full site report.
Where Silver Are Found in Newfoundland and Labrador
Silver rides hydrothermal veins, usually alongside galena and other sulfides, and enriches in the oxidized upper parts of old mining districts. Historic silver-district dumps are the practical hunting ground.
The richest reported sites in Newfoundland and Labrador: Cape Ray, Duck Pond Deposit, Tasisuak Lake, Buchans Mine, Ming.
All Silver Sites in Newfoundland and Labrador
- Cape Ray — Other
- Duck Pond Deposit — Other
- Tasisuak Lake — Other
- Buchans Mine — Other
- Ming — Other
How to Identify Silver
Native silver rarely looks silver in the field — it tarnishes dark gray to black. The tells are its wire and branching (dendritic) growth habits, serious heft, and malleability: a knife point digs a bright metallic groove instead of flaking the surface. On mine dumps, dark heavy pieces that cut rather than crumble deserve a second look.
Not sure what you found? Try our identification guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find silver in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Newfoundland and Labrador has 5 mapped sites where silver have been reported. The best-known are Cape Ray, Duck Pond Deposit, and Tasisuak Lake. Each listing on the map above includes GPS coordinates, access type, and what has been found there.
How many silver sites are mapped in Newfoundland and Labrador?
We have 5 documented silver sites in Newfoundland and Labrador, compiled from provincial geological survey records and community submissions, reviewed by the Rockhounding.org Research Team.
Is it legal to collect silver in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Casual hand collecting is generally allowed on unclaimed Crown land in Newfoundland and Labrador, and prohibited in parks, on active mineral claims, and on private land without permission. Always verify land status before you dig.
How do I identify silver?
Native silver rarely looks silver in the field — it tarnishes dark gray to black. The tells are its wire and branching (dendritic) growth habits, serious heft, and malleability: a knife point digs a bright metallic groove instead of flaking the surface. On mine dumps, dark heavy pieces that cut rather than crumble deserve a second look.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations, weather conditions, and access requirements before visiting any location. Information provided is based on community submissions and may not be current or accurate.
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Data: USGS Mineral Resources Data System — reviewed and approved by the Rockhounding.org Research Team. Always verify current land status, regulations, and access before visiting any site.