Rockhounding in Valley County, Idaho
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Valley County. Most commonly produces agate, arsenopyrite, blue topaz, gold.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Valley County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Valley County
- Agate1
- Arsenopyrite1
- Blue Topaz1
- Gold1
- Monazite1
- Opal1
- Petrified Wood1
- Pyrite1
Spots in Valley County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear ValleyBear Valley Trail |
| 44.4276, -115.2747 | Public |
| CascadeOne Eleven Way | 44.4714, -115.9928 | Public | |
| DonnellyWallace Lane |
| 44.7445, -116.0584 | Public |
| StibniteStibnite Road |
| 44.8979, -115.3381 | Public |
| Yellow PineStibnite Road | 44.9646, -115.4788 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Valley County. A natural extension if Valley County is already on your trip plan.
- Adams County~44 mi7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
- Boise County~54 mi4 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Feldspar, Garnet
- Idaho County~63 mi10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Lemhi County~71 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Agate, Banded Agate
- Washington County~75 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Banded Agate, Chalcedony
- Elmore County~76 mi2 spotsTop: Gold, Smoky Quartz, Topaz
Across the state line from Valley 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.
Valley County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Valley County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Valley County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Valley County?+
Spots in Valley County most often produce Agate, Arsenopyrite, Blue Topaz, Gold, Monazite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Valley 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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