Rockhounding in Columbia County, Oregon
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Columbia County. Most commonly produces carnelian, chalcedony, jasper, plume agate.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Columbia County, Oregon
Minerals reported in Columbia County
- Carnelian1
- Chalcedony1
- Jasper1
- Plume Agate1
- Thomsonite1
Spots in Columbia County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear CreekClear Creek Road |
| 45.8006, -123.2889 | Public |
| Columbia River shoreNorthwest Reeder Road |
| 45.7993, -122.7926 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Oregon
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Columbia County. A natural extension if Columbia County is already on your trip plan.
Across the state line from Columbia 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 Oregon.
- Clark County~32 miWashington · 3 spotsTop: Gold, Amethyst, Moss Agate
- Lewis County~56 miWashington · 7 spotsTop: Geode, Carnelian, Petrified Wood
- Pacific County~61 miWashington · 5 spotsTop: Chalcedony, Agate, Agatized Fossil Shells
- Klickitat County~99 miWashington · 3 spotsTop: Petrified Wood, Agate, Carnelian
Columbia County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Columbia County, Oregon?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Columbia County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Columbia County?+
Spots in Columbia County most often produce Carnelian, Chalcedony, Jasper, Plume Agate, Thomsonite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Columbia 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 Columbia County rockhounding trip
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