Rockhounding sites near Akron

24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 90 miles of Akron, Ohio.

This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Akron, Ohio, sorted by distance within about 90 miles.

Where can you collect near Akron?

Near Akron, Ohio, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 90 miles of the city center — including 19 fossilss, 1 gold & minerals, and 4 others. The closest mapped spot is Barberton Test Core 3, Chagrin Shale (8.2 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 Akron

Central placeAkron, Ohio
Search radiusAbout 90 miles
Mapped spots24
Closest listingBarberton Test Core 3, Chagrin Shale (8.2 mi)
Specimen typesFossils (19), Gold & Minerals (1), Other (4)
Typical fees24 varies

All rockhounding sites near Akron

24 rockhounding collecting sites in Ohio, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.

Twinsburg Rock Shelter — fossil rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
FossilOH

Twinsburg Rock Shelter

Fossil collection site, Summit County, Ohio. Environment: cave. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.

Fee varies16 mi awayOhio
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Marshall — fossil rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
FossilOH

Marshall

Fossil collection site in the Logan, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.

Fee varies26 mi awayOhio
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Berea — fossil rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
FossilOH

Berea

Fossil collection site in the Cleveland Shale, Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.

Fee varies33 mi awayOhio
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Tuscarawas River Near Zoar — flint rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
FlintOH

Tuscarawas River Near Zoar

Tuscarawas River near Zoar is a documented mineral occurrence near OH. Reported specimens include Flint. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

Fee varies34 mi awayOhio
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Tuscarawas County — mineral rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
MineralOH

Tuscarawas County

Tuscarawas County is a documented mineral occurrence near OH. Reported specimens include Pyrite. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

Fee varies37 mi awayOhio
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Holmes County — flint rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
FlintOH

Holmes County

Holmes County is a documented mineral occurrence near OH. Reported specimens include Flint. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

Fee varies42 mi awayOhio
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Coshocton County — dark gray flint rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
Dark Gray FlintOH

Coshocton County

Coshocton County is a documented mineral occurrence near OH. Reported specimens include Dark Gray Flint, Black Flint. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

Fee varies59 mi awayOhio
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Sandusky — calcite rockhounding site near Ohio, OH
CalciteOH

Sandusky

Sandusky is a documented mineral occurrence near OH. Reported specimens include Calcite, Celestite, Dolomite crystals, Fluorite, Marcasite, Pyrite, Witherite, Fossils. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

Fee varies65 mi awayOhio
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Map of rockhounding sites near Akron

Pins within about 90 miles — open a listing for fees, access, and directions.

24 sites mapped near Akron

Closest sites by distance

  1. Barberton Test Core 3, Chagrin Shale — 8 mi · Fossil
  2. Twinsburg Rock Shelter — 16 mi · Fossil
  3. Exposure Along Chippewa Creek & Tributaries, Above 0hio Rte. 82, Brecksville — 17 mi · Fossil
  4. Healey Creek Exposure, Near Bridge On Boston Rd, 2.6 Km East Of Bennetts Corners — 18 mi · Fossil
  5. Ms-3. Shale On Spoil Banks At Strip Mine Northeast Of The Junction Of Martin And Middletown Roads. Approximately 3.2 Kilometers Northeast Of Alliance. Smith Township — 25 mi · Fossil
  6. Marshall — 26 mi · Fossil
  7. Berea — 33 mi · Fossil
  8. Tuscarawas River Near Zoar — 34 mi · Flint
  9. Car-2. Spoils Bank At James Brothers Strip Mine On The South Side Of Huff Run, A — 35 mi · Fossil
  10. Tuscarawas County — 37 mi · Mineral
  11. Td-4. Abandoned Strip Mine On Southwest Side Of Ohio 39 (country Rd 211 — 39 mi · Fossil
  12. Td-7. Floyd Kimble Company, South Side Of County Road, 2.4 Kilometers West Of New Philadelphia. Dover Township. — 39 mi · Fossil
  13. Td-1. Columbiana Ls. Abandoned Strip Mine, North Of Route 16 And East Of Tuscara — 39 mi · Fossil
  14. Cs-9. Abandoned Shaft Mine Along Middle Fork, Little Beaver Creek, And Erie Rr — 40 mi · Fossil
  15. Ty-3. 60 Cm Shale Zone, Immediately Above Limestone At Mall Abandoned Borrow Pi — 41 mi · Fossil

Types of rockhounding sites near Akron

Browse by specimen type in Ohio — each link opens the full state directory for that category.

Fossils rockhounding sites — natural outdoor collecting sites

Fossils (19)

Trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land.

Gold & Minerals rockhounding sites — natural outdoor collecting sites

Gold & Minerals (1)

Placer gold, pyrite, copper minerals, and general ore-mineral localities open to casual collecting.

Other rockhounding sites — natural outdoor collecting sites

Other (4)

Mixed or specialty collecting — zeolites, fluorescent minerals, thundereggs, and unique regional finds.

Natural collecting sites in the Akron area

Akron is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in Ohio. Within about 90 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with Barberton Test Core 3, Chagrin Shale about 8.2 mi from the city center.

The mix spans fossils, gold & minerals, other — related terms searchers use include creek gravel collecting, desert washes, road cuts, and field collecting.

How distances work near Akron

Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in Ohio with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Akron 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 Akron 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 Akron 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.

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Rockhounding sites near Akron — FAQ

Where can you collect near Akron?

Near Akron, Ohio, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 90 miles — mainly 19 fossilss, 1 gold & minerals, and 4 others. 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 Akron, Ohio?

This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 90 miles of Akron. The full Ohio directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.

What is the closest rockhounding site to Akron?

The closest mapped spot to Akron is Barberton Test Core 3, Chagrin Shale (8.2 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 Akron free?

24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.

What types of rockhounding sites are near Akron?

Near Akron, documented specimen types include fossilss, gold & minerals, others. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the Ohio state page or open each card for specimen and access details.

When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Akron?

Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Akron, 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 Akron?

Field collecting near Akron 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.

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