Rockhounding in Chelan County, Washington
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Chelan County. Most commonly produces chalcopyrite, galena, gold.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Chelan County, Washington
Minerals reported in Chelan County
Spots in Chelan County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia RiverHidden Lane | 47.8695, -119.9122 | Public | |
| Horseshoe Basin districtHorseshoe Basin Trail | 48.4743, -121.0203 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Washington
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Chelan County. A natural extension if Chelan County is already on your trip plan.
- Douglas County~47 mi4 spotsTop: Common Opal, Gold, Jadeite
- Okanogan County~56 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Quartz, Blue Corundum
- Snohomish County~58 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenic, Arsenopyrite
- Kittitas County~70 mi8 spotsTop: Agate, Opalized Wood, Petrified Wood
- King County~70 mi4 spotsTop: Amber, Amethyst, Calcite
- Yakima County~111 mi3 spotsTop: Opalized Wood, Petrified Wood, Gold
Chelan County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Chelan County, Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Chelan County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Chelan County?+
Spots in Chelan County most often produce Chalcopyrite, Galena, Gold. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Chelan 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 Chelan County rockhounding trip
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