Rockhounding in Clearwater County, Idaho
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Clearwater County. Most commonly produces gold, almandine garnet, epidote, sapphire.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Clearwater County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Clearwater County
Spots in Clearwater County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Area (Clearwater NF) | 46.6277, -115.8065 | Public | |
| MussellshellMusselshell Creek Road | 46.3838, -115.7435 | Public | |
| North Fork Clearwater RiverPierce-Supirior Road | 46.7218, -115.2685 | Public | |
| Orofino Creek | 46.4961, -115.8368 | Public | |
| Rhodes Creek | 46.5074, -115.7633 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Clearwater County. A natural extension if Clearwater County is already on your trip plan.
- Latah County~46 mi5 spotsTop: Biotite, Garnet, Green Beryl
- Nez Perce County~54 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Aquamarine, Chert
- Shoshone County~58 mi9 spotsTop: Gold, Garnet, Staurolite
- Idaho County~66 mi10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Adams County~117 mi7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
- Bonner County~127 mi5 spotsTop: Feldspar, Quartz, Galena
Across the state line from Clearwater 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.
Clearwater County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Clearwater County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Clearwater County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Clearwater County?+
Spots in Clearwater County most often produce Gold, Almandine Garnet, Epidote, Sapphire, Zircon. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Clearwater 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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