Central Queensland gemfields
Five fossicking areas and six designated fossicking lands in the Central Queensland gemfields have been set aside for recreational and tourist fossicking. World-class sapphires, rubies, and zircon have been found in these fossicking areas and designated fossicking lands.
Fossickers require a fossicking licence in all areas. Fossicking is not permitted on the numerous mining leases and claims in these areas without the permission of the holders.
View the Central Queensland Gemfields Map 2.8 MB) to see the extent of the gemfields fossicking areas and designated fossicking lands.
Contact us if you have any questions about fossicking.