Agates near Ely, NV
6 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Ely report agate. The closest is Clifton mining district, about 86 miles out (1 hr 47 min drive).
Agates are banded chalcedony nodules that survive long after their volcanic host rock rots away, which is why they concentrate in gravel bars, beaches, and glacial deposits far from where they formed.
Map of 6 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Ely, Nevada
Closest agates spots to Ely
- Clifton mining districtTooele County, Utah86 mi · 1 hr 47 min driveAgate, Azurite, Dolomite
- Thomas RangeJuab County, Utah99 mi · 2 hr 4 min driveAgate, Beryl, Chalcedony
- Drum MountainsJuab County, Utah101 mi · 2 hr 7 min driveAgate, Jasper, Pyrolusite
- Dugway mining districtTooele County, Utah104 mi · 2 hr 10 min driveAgate, Amethyst, Apatite
- Blue ValleyBeaver County, Utah143 mi · 2 hr 59 min driveBlack Agate
- JerichoJuab County, Utah147 mi · 3 hr 4 min drivePlume Agate
Types of agates reported near Ely
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate4
- Black Agate1
- Plume Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Ely
Sorted by distance from Ely. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton mining district | Tooele County | 40.1710, -113.8127 | Public | |
| Thomas Range | Juab County | 39.7211, -113.1351 | Public | |
| Drum MountainsRough Well Road | Juab County | 39.5711, -113.0359 | Public | |
| Dugway mining district | Tooele County | 39.9975, -113.1860 | Public | |
| Blue Valley | Beaver County |
| 38.1745, -112.6156 | Public |
| Jericho | Juab County |
| 39.7539, -112.2122 | Public |
Agates near Ely FAQ
Where can I find agates near Ely?+
6 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Ely report agate. The closest is Clifton mining district in Tooele County County, roughly 86 miles away (1 hr 47 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Ely?+
6 of the 6 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
What is the fastest way to spot an agate in a gravel bed?+
Look for waxy luster and translucence rather than color. Wet the stone or look right after rain: agate glows softly at thin edges when backlit, while jasper and chert stay opaque. Banding clinches it but is often hidden until the stone is cracked or tumbled.
How far from Ely do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 86 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 147 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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