Amethyst Mine Panorama

Amethyst Mine Panorama Amethyst Mine Panorama is located approximately 45 minutes northeast of the City of Thunder Bay. We Amethyst Mine Panorama is Canada's original Amethyst Mine.
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This active working amethyst mine is located 60 KM East of Thunder Bay Ontario. Visitors can learn about the history, geology and mineralogy of Canadian amethyst, dig their own amethyst and purchase hand-made amethyst crafts all in one visit. No tools or special clothing are required; just bring your sense of adventure. A large digging area, that contains lots of amethyst is yours to explore on a

"pick your own” basis. Amethyst Mine Panorama is open for tours and digging from June 1 until October 1, seven days a week, weekends and all holidays included. This is an outdoor attraction, so dress for the weather. Take Highway 11/17 East from Thunder Bay for 60 KM. Turn North onto East Loon Road and follow the signs to adventure.

Amethyst, mined at Amethyst Mine Panorama, is crafted at our sister location, Amethyst Gift Centre, in Thunder Bay. Th...
03/26/2026

Amethyst, mined at Amethyst Mine Panorama, is crafted at our sister location, Amethyst Gift Centre, in Thunder Bay. This beautiful set of amethyst bookends were recently sold to a visitor from Wisconsin.

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Lori and I would like to thank our amazing staff and everyone who visited Panorama this season. Amethyst Mine Panorama ...
10/02/2025

Lori and I would like to thank our amazing staff and everyone who visited Panorama this season.

Amethyst Mine Panorama is closed for the 2025 season. We will reopen June 1st, 2026.

Lori and visitors on a fun and informative tour!Tours run on an on-demand basis. There is no need to pre-book. ...
09/29/2025

Lori and visitors on a fun and informative tour!
Tours run on an on-demand basis. There is no need to pre-book.

Lakehead University Geology students learning " in the field" at Panorama. At Panorama, you can see, touch, and learn a...
09/29/2025

Lakehead University Geology students learning " in the field" at Panorama.

At Panorama, you can see, touch, and learn about amethyst, granite, pegmatities, faults, slickenslides, glaciation,striations, erosion, viens, vugs, ice cubes, and the importance of time.

We are having a busy weekend at the mine! Everyone is interested in learning about Amethyst (including several home-scho...
09/28/2025

We are having a busy weekend at the mine! Everyone is interested in learning about Amethyst (including several home-school families), and they are finding plenty of amethyst in the dig-your-own area.
Panorama's final day for the 2025 season is Wednesday, October 1st! Join us for an amethyst adventure.



Watch for our signage at East Loon Rd.60 KM East of Thunder Bay, Ontario. The four-laning at the East Loon intersection ...
09/26/2025

Watch for our signage at East Loon Rd.
60 KM East of Thunder Bay, Ontario.
The four-laning at the East Loon intersection is complete!

Having a great time learning about Amethyst Panorama is open for tours and amethyst collecting until October 1st, 2025!...
09/23/2025

Having a great time learning about Amethyst

Panorama is open for tours and amethyst collecting until October 1st, 2025!

Do you need a break from studying? Gather some friends and stretch your legs at Panorama.
09/21/2025

Do you need a break from studying? Gather some friends and stretch your legs at Panorama.

Tumbling amethyst at Panorama!There is a lot of tumbling amethyst to be found. Panorama is open until October 1st. ...
09/20/2025

Tumbling amethyst at Panorama!
There is a lot of tumbling amethyst to be found. Panorama is open until October 1st.

Address

500 Bass Lake Rd (Amethyst Mine Road)
Thunder Bay, ON
P0T 2M0

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(807)6226908

Website

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