Where to Find Chalcedony in Minnesota
5 mapped chalcedony rockhounding spots in Minnesota, across 4 counties. Most of the mapped spots sit in Crow Wing County, Hennepin County, and Olmsted County. Chalcedony is the parent name for microcrystalline quartz, including agate, jasper, carnelian, and chrysoprase.
Map of 5 chalcedony rockhounding spots in Minnesota
Chalcedony by county in Minnesota
Counties ranked by number of chalcedony spots in our database.
Every chalcedony spot in Minnesota
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arco MineSlikstone Drive | Crow Wing County |
| 46.4891, -94.0019 | Public |
| Portsmouth MinePortsmouth Campground Trail | Crow Wing County |
| 46.4908, -93.9714 | Public |
| OsseoElm Creek Boulevard | Hennepin County | 45.0931, -93.4087 | Public | |
| RochesterZumbro River Trail South | Olmsted County | 43.9970, -92.4930 | Public | |
| ElyDavid Dill-Taconite State Trail | Saint Louis County | 47.8756, -91.9145 | Public |
Chalcedony in Minnesota FAQ
Where can I find chalcedony in Minnesota?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 chalcedony spots in Minnesota, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Crow Wing County.
Is collecting chalcedony legal in Minnesota?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcedony is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Minnesota, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best chalcedony location in Minnesota?+
Crow Wing County has the most chalcedony spots in our database for Minnesota. The full county breakdown is below, and different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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