Rockhounding in Lee County, Iowa
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Lee County. Most commonly produces geode, keokuk geode, calcite, chalcedony.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Lee County, Iowa
Minerals reported in Lee County
Spots in Lee County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donnellson180th Avenue | 40.6275, -91.5698 | Public | |
| Geode FestCarbide Lane | 40.4207, -91.4125 | Paid / fee | |
| Hamilton (west)Carroll Street | 40.3837, -91.3747 | Public | |
| KeokukValley Road | 40.3875, -91.4518 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Iowa
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Lee County. A natural extension if Lee County is already on your trip plan.
- Van Buren County~22 mi3 spotsTop: Keokuk Geode, Coral, Geode
- Henry County~31 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Geode, Chert
- Des Moines County~32 mi2 spotsTop: Lake Superior Agate, Geode, Quartz
- Louisa County~62 mi1 spotTop: Chalcedony, Lake Superior Agate, Moss Agate
- Linn County~103 mi1 spotTop: Calcified Coral, Silicified Coral
- Jackson County~134 mi1 spotTop: Carnelian, Jasper, Lake Superior Agate
Across the state line from Lee 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 Iowa.
Lee County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Lee County, Iowa?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Lee County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Lee County?+
Spots in Lee County most often produce Geode, Keokuk Geode, Calcite, Chalcedony, Limonite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Lee 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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