Rockhounding in Valley County, Idaho
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Valley County. Most commonly produces agate, arsenopyrite, blue topaz, gold.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Valley County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Valley County
Spots in Valley County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear ValleyBear Valley Trail | 44.4276, -115.2747 | Permission | |
| CascadeOne Eleven Way | 44.4714, -115.9928 | Public | |
| DonnellyWallace Lane | 44.7445, -116.0584 | Public | |
| StibniteStibnite Road | 44.8979, -115.3381 | Public | |
| Yellow PineStibnite Road | 44.9646, -115.4788 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Valley County. A natural extension if Valley County is already on your trip plan.
- Adams County~44 mi7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
- Boise County~54 mi4 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Feldspar, Garnet
- Idaho County~63 mi10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Lemhi County~71 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Agate, Banded Agate
- Washington County~75 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Banded Agate, Chalcedony
- Elmore County~76 mi2 spotsTop: Gold, Smoky Quartz, Topaz
Across the state line from Valley 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.
Valley County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Valley County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Valley County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Valley County?+
Spots in Valley County most often produce Agate, Arsenopyrite, Blue Topaz, Gold, Monazite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Valley 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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