Rockhounding Map & Sites in Northwest Territories: 49 Locations
Northwest Territories Locations
49 locations found in Northwest Territories
Northwest Territories has 49 mapped rockhounding sites, including locations for Gold, Sphalerite, and Galena. Use the interactive map above to filter by specimen and location type, and to get GPS coordinates for each site.
Data: USGS Mineral Resources Data System — updated August 2026
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Estwing E3-22P Rock Pick
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National Audubon Society Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals
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Northwest Territories Locations (49)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can you find rockhounding in Northwest Territories?
The most reported finds in Northwest Territories are Gold, Sphalerite, Galena, Silver, Copper, Azurite. Use the specimen filter above to see exactly which sites report each one.
How many rockhounding sites are in Northwest Territories?
We map 49 sites in Northwest Territories — documented occurrences, fossil sites, and collecting locations.
Is rock collecting legal in Northwest Territories?
Rules vary by land type. Confirm access and collecting rules with Northwest Territories's natural resources ministry, and never collect in parks, on active claims, or on private land without permission.
⚠️ 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.