Joël-Lapointe Meteor Crater
The Joël-Lapointe Meteor Crater is a suspected meteorite impact site located in the Côte-Nord region of Quebec, Canada (near Lac-Jérôme).
Discovery: In 2024, French amateur astronomer Joël Lapointe noticed a striking circular structure on Google Maps while planning a camping trip in Quebec.
Dimensions: The ring-shaped depression spans approximately 15.5 miles (25 km) across.
Estimated Age: Preliminary estimates suggest the potential impact occurred roughly 380 to 390 million years ago.
Scientific Investigation: After Lapointe contacted geologists, researchers analyzed samples from the site and identified promising geological indicators—such as potential shatter cones and impact melt rocks—that strongly point toward an ancient cosmic collision rather than typical volcanic or glacial formations. Field expeditions continue to conduct on-site testing to confirm its official impact status.
Name: Joël-Lapointe Meteor Crater
Lat, Long: 51.2315267,-64.7443522
Location: Lac-Jérôme, Quebec, Canada
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