Where to Find Moonstone in Oregon
6 mapped moonstone rockhounding spots in Oregon, across 3 counties. Most of the mapped spots sit in Lincoln County, Tillamook County, and Lane County. Moonstone is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Oregon has a lot of good rockhounding in a compact area: high desert, Owyhee country, Cascade foothills, and the coast.
Map of 6 moonstone rockhounding spots in Oregon
Moonstone by county in Oregon
Counties ranked by number of moonstone spots in our database.
Every moonstone spot in Oregon
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Area FlorenceOregon Coast Highway | Lane County |
| 44.2672, -124.1086 | Public |
| Agate BeachNorthwest Cherokee Lane | Lincoln County | 44.6651, -124.0594 | Public | |
| Beach Area NewportSouthwest Arbor Drive | Lincoln County | 44.5935, -124.0680 | Public | |
| Beach Area YachatsYachats Ocean Road | Lincoln County | 44.3067, -124.1045 | Public | |
| Bob Straub State ParkDune Ridge Trail | Tillamook County | 45.1821, -123.9705 | Public | |
| Ocean beachGreat Dune Trail | Tillamook County | 45.6936, -123.9399 | Public |
Moonstone in Oregon FAQ
Where can I find moonstone in Oregon?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 moonstone spots in Oregon, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lincoln County.
Is collecting moonstone legal in Oregon?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like moonstone is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Oregon, 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 moonstone location in Oregon?+
Lincoln County has the most moonstone spots in our database for Oregon. The full county breakdown is below, and different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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