Cristal du Lac, Économusée du Prospecteur

Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or simply curious to try new activities, a visit to Cristal du Lac is a must.

The Mine Tour invites you to dig and prospect for your own quartz crystals right at the open-pit deposit, nestled in the heart of the boreal forest. An authentic, immersive experience accessible to everyone.

At the Mineralogy Activity Center, several discoveries await you:

· Prospection-Express: sift through your bag and discover quartz crystals, amethysts, fossils, and many other minerals

· Pearl Harvesting: choose your oyster, assist the shucker as they open it, and meet the artisan who will transform your pearl into a unique piece of jewelry.

· The Crystal Prospector’s Museum: discover the history and secrets of regional quartz crystal.

· Gold panning and fluorescent stones: try your hand at gold panning and explore the fascinating world of luminescent minerals.

Whether with family, friends, or as a couple, discover a must-see attraction in Lac-Saint-Jean.