Rockhounding in Ada County, Idaho
1 mapped rockhounding spot in Ada County. Most commonly produces agate, chalcedony, jasper, opalized wood.
Map showing 1 rockhounding spot in Ada County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Ada County
Spots in Ada County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ada CountySouth Pleasant Valley Road | 43.3845, -116.2326 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Ada County. A natural extension if Ada County is already on your trip plan.
- Owyhee County~23 mi9 spotsTop: Agate, Petrified Wood, Bruneau Canyon Jasper
- Boise County~43 mi4 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Feldspar, Garnet
- Elmore County~48 mi2 spotsTop: Gold, Smoky Quartz, Topaz
- Washington County~85 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Banded Agate, Chalcedony
- Valley County~96 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Arsenopyrite, Blue Topaz
- Blaine County~99 mi7 spotsTop: Galena, Jasper, Sphalerite
Across the state line from Ada County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Idaho.
Ada County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Ada County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 1 rockhounding spot in Ada County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Ada County?+
Spots in Ada County most often produce Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper, Opalized Wood, Petrified Wood. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Ada County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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