Rockhounding in Washington County, Idaho
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Washington County. Most commonly produces amethyst, banded agate, chalcedony, iris agate.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Washington County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Washington County
Spots in Washington County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grouse Creek |
| 44.3758, -117.1738 | Public |
| Hog Creek | 44.3094, -117.0885 | Public | |
| Sturgill Creek | 44.6640, -117.0464 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Washington County. A natural extension if Washington County is already on your trip plan.
- Adams County~47 mi7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
- Boise County~70 mi4 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Feldspar, Garnet
- Valley County~75 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Arsenopyrite, Blue Topaz
- Owyhee County~93 mi9 spotsTop: Agate, Petrified Wood, Bruneau Canyon Jasper
- Idaho County~100 mi10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Elmore County~105 mi2 spotsTop: Gold, Smoky Quartz, Topaz
Across the state line from Washington 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.
Washington County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Washington County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Washington County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Washington County?+
Spots in Washington County most often produce Amethyst, Banded Agate, Chalcedony, Iris Agate, Manganese. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Washington 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.
Plan a Washington County rockhounding trip
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