Rockhounding in Latah County, Idaho
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Latah County. Most commonly produces biotite, garnet, green beryl, muscovite.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Latah County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Latah County
Spots in Latah County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder Creek | 46.7327, -116.4173 | Public | |
| East Fork Emerald CreekNational Forest Development Road 447 | 47.0053, -116.3331 | Public | |
| Mica Mountain | 46.9034, -116.5667 | Public | |
| Moscow | 46.7927, -117.0395 | Public | |
| Purdue & Canyon Creeks | 46.8991, -116.3554 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Latah County. A natural extension if Latah County is already on your trip plan.
- Nez Perce County~30 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Aquamarine, Chert
- Shoshone County~41 mi9 spotsTop: Gold, Garnet, Staurolite
- Clearwater County~46 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Almandine Garnet, Epidote
- Idaho County~93 mi10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Bonner County~98 mi5 spotsTop: Feldspar, Quartz, Galena
- Adams County~133 mi7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
Across the state line from Latah 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.
Latah County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Latah County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Latah County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Latah County?+
Spots in Latah County most often produce Biotite, Garnet, Green Beryl, Muscovite, Opal. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Latah 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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