Agates near Jonesboro, AR
9 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Jonesboro report agate. The closest is Memphis, about 49 miles out (1 hr 1 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 9 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Jonesboro, Arkansas
Closest agates spots to Jonesboro
- MemphisTipton County, Tennessee49 mi · 1 hr 1 min driveLake Superior Agate, Agatized Fossils
- DexterNew Madrid County, Missouri67 mi · 1 hr 24 min driveChert, Blue Agate, Gray Agate
- Mississippi RiverTunica County, Mississippi73 mi · 1 hr 32 min driveAgate, Fossils
- Clabber CreekMarion County, Arkansas108 mi · 2 hr 15 min driveAgate
- Marble Hill E General AreaBollinger County, Missouri109 mi · 2 hr 16 min driveAgate, Petrified Wood
- FayvilleAlexander County, Illinois117 mi · 2 hr 26 min driveAgate, Jasper, Diamond
Types of agates reported near Jonesboro
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate7
- Blue Agate1
- Gray Agate1
- Lake Superior Agate1
- Pink Agate1
- White Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Jonesboro
Sorted by distance from Jonesboro. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MemphisTN 59 | Tipton County |
| 35.5114, -89.9334 | Public |
| DexterMO D | New Madrid County |
| 36.6143, -89.9624 | Public |
| Mississippi River | Tunica County | 34.7981, -90.4558 | Public | |
| Clabber CreekCounty Road 6075 | Marion County | 36.1585, -92.6032 | Public | |
| Marble Hill E General AreaCounty Road 402 | Bollinger County | 37.2821, -89.9233 | Public | |
| FayvilleThebes Road | Alexander County | 37.1986, -89.4522 | Public | |
| ThebesOld Route 3 | Alexander County | 37.2393, -89.4422 | Public | |
| Cape Girardeau CountyClark Street | Cape Girardeau County | 37.3888, -89.6517 | Public | |
| Graves CountyKY 121 | Graves County | 36.6705, -88.5417 | Public |
Agates near Jonesboro FAQ
Where can I find agates near Jonesboro?+
9 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Jonesboro report agate. The closest is Memphis in Tipton County County, roughly 49 miles away (1 hr 1 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Jonesboro?+
9 of the 9 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 Jonesboro do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 49 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 133 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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