Glenalva
Central Queensland Gemfields - 60 km south-west from Emerald
Location
Central Queensland Gemfields
Nearest Town
Emerald
Distance
60 km south-west
Photo: Panoramio / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 3.0)
Location
Glenalva is near Emerald
Fossicking Area Boundary
Official declared boundary from the Queensland Government. You may only fossick within this area.
Boundary data from Queensland Government spatial services
History
Glenalva is a fossicking area on the southern fringe of the Central Queensland Gemfields, between the main Sapphire-Rubyvale area and the Willows. The area takes its name from the former Glenalva pastoral property.
What You Can Find
Sapphires and zircon are found in the alluvial wash gravels, similar to the surrounding gemfields.
Getting There
Access via unsealed roads south from the main gemfields. High-clearance vehicle recommended.
Camping
Limited facilities. Bush camping may be permitted. Carry your own water and supplies.
Source: Queensland Government