I want to go fossicking
Fossicking is permitted in NSW State forests under a special purpose permit. Individual regional permits can be obtained from Forests NSW for $20 plus GST.
There are a number of guidelines which must be observed when you are fossicking.
Before you visit
- Find out about applying for a special purpose permit.
- Find out about guidelines for fossicking.
Find a forest recreation area.
Contact us for more info
Call the Forests NSW State-wide Information Line
1300 655 687 or 02 9871 3377 Monday to Friday 9.30am – 4.30pm
Visit the Forests NSW Visitor Centre
95 Castle Hill Road, West Pennant Hills NSW 2125