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Miller Bridge Bluff, Pascagoula Formation - Campbell And Otvos (1992)
Fossil collection site in the Pensacola, Greene County, Mississippi. Environment: paralic indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
View detailsRockhounding sites near Hattiesburg
24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 90 miles of Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Hattiesburg, Mississippi, sorted by distance within about 90 miles.
Where can you collect near Hattiesburg?
Near Hattiesburg, Mississippi, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 90 miles of the city center — including 2 agate & jaspers and 22 fossilss. The closest mapped spot is Miller Bridge Bluff, Pascagoula Formation - Campbell And Otvos (1992) (41 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 Hattiesburg
| Central place | Hattiesburg, Mississippi |
|---|---|
| Search radius | About 90 miles |
| Mapped spots | 24 |
| Closest listing | Miller Bridge Bluff, Pascagoula Formation - Campbell And Otvos (1992) (41 mi) |
| Specimen types | Agate & Jasper (2), Fossils (22) |
| Typical fees | 24 varies |
All rockhounding sites near Hattiesburg
24 rockhounding collecting sites in Mississippi, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.
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Waynesboro
Waynesboro is a documented mineral occurrence near MS. Reported specimens include Fossils, Petrified palm wood. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Mgs #39
Fossil collection site in the Red Bluff, Wayne County, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs Loc. 14345 - Sandy Creek [chickasawhay Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Chickasawhay, Wanye County, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs Loc. 10053 - Waynesboro [chickasawhay Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Chickasawhay, Wanye County, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs 7376. West Bank Of Leaf River 1 Mile Below Abandoned Bridge Over Leaf River
Fossil collection site in the Byram, Smith County, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs 6647a - Limestone Creek [chickasawhay Lmst]
Fossil collection site in the Chickasawhay, Wanye County, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Mgs Loc. 93
Fossil collection site in the Byram, Smith County, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Mgs #46
Fossil collection site in the Red Bluff, Clarke County, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Mgs 38
Fossil collection site in the Red Bluff, Wayne County, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Shubuta, East
Fossil collection site, Clarke County, Mississippi. Environment: coastal indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Bell Creek
Bell Creek is a documented mineral occurrence near MS. Reported specimens include Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Garl
Fossil collection site in the Moodys Branch, Clarke County, Mississippi. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Otak Creek
Fossil collection site in the Yazoo, Jasper County, Mississippi. Environment: foreshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Wahtubbee Hills, Cut On New Orleans And Northeastern R.r., 4 Mi S Of Enterprise
Fossil collection site, Clark County, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Enterprise, Ms, Rr Cut, 3' Below Oyster Bed C/e (unit 2)
Fossil collection site in the Cook Mountain, Clarke County, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Wesson
Wesson is a documented mineral occurrence near MS. Reported specimens include Banded Agate, Chalcedony, Petrified wood. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Mgs 120
Fossil collection site in the Winona, Clarke County, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Boro's, Newton, Ms, 10-12" Above Base Of Outcrop; Bag #1
Fossil collection site in the Cook Mountain, Newton County, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Tu 907, Newton
Fossil collection site in the Cook Mountain, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Morton-thiokol Drillhole, Jackson Cty (674-760 M) - Campbell And Otvos (1992)
Fossil collection site in the Pensacola, Mississippi. Environment: offshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Highway 35
Fossil collection site in the Yazoo, Scott County, Mississippi. Environment: foreshore. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Marquette Cement Company Quarry, Glendon Limestone
Fossil collection site in the Glendon, Rankin County, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Byram's Ferry
Fossil collection site in the Red Bluff, Mississippi. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
View detailsTypes of rockhounding sites near Hattiesburg
Browse by specimen type in Mississippi — each link opens the full state directory for that category.
Agate & Jasper (2)
Where to find agates and jasper in the U.S. — Lake Superior beaches, Ellensburg blue, Wyoming Sweetwater fields, Texas Terlingua, Mojave desert beds, and colorful chalcedony shorelines.
Fossils (22)
Trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land.
Natural collecting sites in the Hattiesburg area
Hattiesburg is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in Mississippi. Within about 90 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with Miller Bridge Bluff, Pascagoula Formation - Campbell And Otvos (1992) about 41 mi from the city center.
The mix spans agate & jasper, fossils — related terms searchers use include creek gravel collecting, desert washes, road cuts, and field collecting.
How distances work near Hattiesburg
Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in Mississippi with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg 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 Hattiesburg — FAQ
Where can you collect near Hattiesburg?
Near Hattiesburg, Mississippi, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 90 miles — mainly 2 agate & jaspers and 22 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 Hattiesburg, Mississippi?
This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 90 miles of Hattiesburg. The full Mississippi directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.
What is the closest rockhounding site to Hattiesburg?
The closest mapped spot to Hattiesburg is Miller Bridge Bluff, Pascagoula Formation - Campbell And Otvos (1992) (41 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 Hattiesburg free?
24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.
What types of rockhounding sites are near Hattiesburg?
Near Hattiesburg, documented specimen types include agate & jaspers, fossilss. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the Mississippi state page or open each card for specimen and access details.
When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Hattiesburg?
Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Hattiesburg, 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 Hattiesburg?
Field collecting near Hattiesburg 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.