Rockhounding in Okanogan County, Washington
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Okanogan County. Most commonly produces gold, quartz, blue corundum, chalcopyrite.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Okanogan County, Washington
Minerals reported in Okanogan County
- Gold2
- Quartz2
- Blue Corundum1
- Chalcopyrite1
- Copper1
- Pink Corundum1
- Plagioclase1
- Pyrite1
Spots in Okanogan County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral PeakBoundary Trail |
| 48.9899, -120.1780 | Public |
| Lyman LakeNational Forest Development Road 500 | 48.5273, -119.0236 | Public | |
| Mary Ann CreekMary Ann Creek Road | 48.9398, -119.0981 | Public | |
| MethowVintin Road |
| 48.2649, -120.0566 | Public |
| Osoyoos LakeUS 97 | 48.9635, -119.4515 | Public | |
| Tunk CreekKeystone Road |
| 48.5615, -119.4866 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Washington
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Okanogan County. A natural extension if Okanogan County is already on your trip plan.
- Douglas County~64 mi4 spotsTop: Common Opal, Gold, Jadeite
- Stevens County~83 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Gold, Pyrite
- Pend Oreille County~107 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Garnet, Smithsonite
- Snohomish County~110 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenic, Arsenopyrite
- Kittitas County~117 mi8 spotsTop: Agate, Opalized Wood, Petrified Wood
- Spokane County~121 mi4 spotsTop: Autunite, Cassiterite, Garnet
Okanogan County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Okanogan County, Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Okanogan County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Okanogan County?+
Spots in Okanogan County most often produce Gold, Quartz, Blue Corundum, Chalcopyrite, Copper. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Okanogan 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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