Rockhounding in Washington County, Idaho
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Washington County. Most commonly produces amethyst, banded agate, chalcedony, iris agate.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Washington County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Washington County
Spots in Washington County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grouse Creek | 44.3758, -117.1738 | Public | |
| Hog Creek | 44.3094, -117.0885 | Public | |
| Sturgill Creek | 44.6640, -117.0464 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Washington County. A natural extension if Washington County is already on your trip plan.
- Adams County~47 mi7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
- Boise County~70 mi4 spotsTop: Aquamarine, Feldspar, Garnet
- Valley County~75 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Arsenopyrite, Blue Topaz
- Owyhee County~89 mi10 spotsTop: Agate, Petrified Wood, Plume Agate
- Idaho County~100 mi10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Elmore County~105 mi2 spotsTop: Gold, Smoky Quartz, Topaz
Across the state line from Washington 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.
Washington County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Washington County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Washington County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Washington County?+
Spots in Washington County most often produce Amethyst, Banded Agate, Chalcedony, Iris Agate, Manganese. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Washington 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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