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Buck's Landing
Fossil collection site, Mobile County, Alabama. Environment: terrestrial indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 100 miles of Mobile, Alabama.
This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Mobile, Alabama, sorted by distance within about 100 miles.
Where can you collect near Mobile?
Near Mobile, Alabama, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 100 miles of the city center — including 24 fossilss. The closest mapped spot is Buck's Landing (22 mi straight-line). Distances are not drive time; open each listing for directions, fee notes, access rules, and safety context before you travel.
At a glance — rockhounding sites near Mobile
| Central place | Mobile, Alabama |
|---|---|
| Search radius | About 100 miles |
| Mapped spots | 24 |
| Closest listing | Buck's Landing (22 mi) |
| Specimen types | Fossils (24) |
| Typical fees | 24 varies |
All rockhounding sites near Mobile
24 rockhounding collecting sites in Alabama, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.
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Old Fort St. Stephens Blusff On The Tombigbee River, Alabama
Fossil collection site, Alabama. Environment: marginal marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Mgs 77
Fossil collection site in the Gosport Sand, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Salt Mountain [salt Mountain Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Salt Mountain Limestone, Clarke County County, Alabama. Environment: reef, buildup or bioherm. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs Loc. 10050 - Gainestown [chickasawhay Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Chickasawhay, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Amo-9
Fossil collection site in the Red Bluff Clay, Monroe County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Randons Creek (unit 4, Byram Formation), Alabama - Ivey (1957)
Fossil collection site in the Byram, Monroeville County, Alabama. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs Loc. 7165 - Salt Creek [chickasawhay Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Chickasawhay, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Acon-6
Fossil collection site in the Tallahatta, Conecuh County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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M 649
Fossil collection site in the Gosport Sand, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Suggsville
Fossil collection site in the Yazoo, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: foreshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Cb
Fossil collection site in the Gosport Sand, Monroe County, Alabama. Environment: shallow subtidal indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Cb-l
Fossil collection site in the Lisbon, Monroe County, Alabama. Environment: shallow subtidal indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Marinna And Byram Section, (unit 1, Mariana Limestone) - Toulmin Et Al (1951)
Fossil collection site in the Marianna Limestone, Washington County, Alabama. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Us 84 East
Fossil collection site in the Gosport, Monroe County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Acl-12
Fossil collection site in the Moodys Branch, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs Loc. 7208 - Collumburg [marianna Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Marianna Limestone, Choctaw County, Alabama. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Coffeeville
Fossil collection site in the Lisbon, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: coastal indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Coffeeville Landing, South Fault Block, Lowermost Shell Bed
Fossil collection site in the Lisbon, Clarke County, Alabama. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs Loc. 13388 - Waynesboro [chickasawhay Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Chickasawhay Limestone, Wayne County, Alabama. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Mgs 73
Fossil collection site in the Gosport Sand, Choctaw County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Ach-14
Fossil collection site in the Tallahatta, Choctaw County, Alabama. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Baryt
Fossil collection site in the Lisbon, Choctaw County, Alabama. Environment: shallow subtidal indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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“lower” And “middle” Lisbon Formation, Alabama
Fossil collection site in the “lower” and “middle” Lisbon, Choctaw County, Alabama. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
View detailsTypes of rockhounding sites near Mobile
Browse by specimen type in Alabama — each link opens the full state directory for that category.
Fossils (24)
Trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land.
Natural collecting sites in the Mobile area
Mobile is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in Alabama. Within about 100 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with Buck's Landing about 22 mi from the city center.
Most mapped spots near Mobile are fossils rockhounding sites — trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land..
How distances work near Mobile
Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in Alabama with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Mobile city center — not driving time. A creek rockhounding site 12 miles away on forest roads can take longer than a river access point 20 miles away on a highway.
Field collecting near Mobile includes informal gravel bars, dry washes, quarry faces, and developed park collecting areas. Rules, fees, and seasonal access differ by land manager. Never assume collecting is allowed without checking the listing and posted signs the day you visit.
Safety and field conditions near you
Field conditions near Mobile change after rain, snowmelt, and summer heat. Unstable slopes, heat exhaustion, loose rock, and flash floods are real risks at creek and quarry rockhounding sites — most sites have no supervision. Check weather and local advisories before you start digging.
We publish original planning copy, safety tips, and last-updated dates on each listing. See our editorial policy for sourcing standards, or contact us if access or conditions have changed.
Rockhounding sites near Mobile — FAQ
Where can you collect near Mobile?
Near Mobile, Alabama, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 100 miles — mainly 24 fossilss. Each listing links to directions, fee notes, and safety context. Use near me on your phone for live distance sorting from your location.
How many rockhounding sites are near Mobile, Alabama?
This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 100 miles of Mobile. The full Alabama directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.
What is the closest rockhounding site to Mobile?
The closest mapped spot to Mobile is Buck's Landing (22 mi straight-line). Open that listing for driving directions, access notes, and current fee information — unofficial holes can change without notice.
Are rockhounding sites near Mobile free?
24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.
What types of rockhounding sites are near Mobile?
Near Mobile, documented specimen types include fossilss. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the Alabama state page or open each card for specimen and access details.
When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Mobile?
Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Mobile, but snowmelt, drought, and weekend crowds change conditions week to week. Check each listing before you drive — storms can make washes and creek banks unsafe.
Is it safe to collect near Mobile?
Field collecting near Mobile carries real risks: unstable slopes, heat, loose rock, and no rangers at most unofficial sites. Check weather and posted warnings the day you visit. Read our rockhounding safety basics guide and each listing's safety section before you dig.
Listing data last updated across spots on this page.