Agates near Kingman, AZ
9 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Kingman report agate. The closest is Area near Meadow Creek Pass, about 22 miles out (27 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 Kingman, Arizona
Closest agates spots to Kingman
- Area near Meadow Creek PassMohave County, Arizona22 mi · 27 min driveFire Agate, Grape Agate, Chalcedony
- Under Burro Creek BridgeMohave County, Arizona56 mi · 1 hr 10 min drivePink Agate
- Date Creek areaYavapai County, Arizona88 mi · 1 hr 50 min driveAgate, Garnet, Jasper
- All along both sides of road from Morristown to Castle Hot SpringsYavapai County, Arizona123 mi · 2 hr 34 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Chert
- Unnamed Location (Fire Agate)Riverside County, California124 mi · 2 hr 35 min driveChalcedony, Fire Agate
- Area around hotelYavapai County, Arizona127 mi · 2 hr 39 min driveJasper, Agate, Quartz
Types of agates reported near Kingman
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate6
- Fire Agate2
- Grape Agate1
- Pink Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Kingman
Sorted by distance from Kingman. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area near Meadow Creek Pass | Mohave County |
| 34.8971, -114.1838 | Public |
| Under Burro Creek BridgeBurro Creek Bridge | Mohave County |
| 34.5448, -113.4432 | Public |
| Date Creek area | Yavapai County | 34.2126, -113.0498 | Public | |
| All along both sides of road from Morristown to Castle Hot SpringsCastle Hot Springs Road | Yavapai County | 33.9533, -112.4910 | Public | |
| Unnamed Location (Fire Agate)Bradshaw Trail | Riverside County |
| 33.5080, -114.8241 | Public |
| Area around hotelCastle Hot Springs Road | Yavapai County | 33.9815, -112.3624 | Public | |
| Beaver Dam Wash | Washington County | 37.1010, -114.0240 | Public | |
| New River Area StreamsWest New River Road | Maricopa County | 33.9194, -112.1047 | Public | |
| Agua Fria River GravelsNorth Coyote Lakes Parkway | Maricopa County | 33.6437, -112.3159 | Public |
Agates near Kingman FAQ
Where can I find agates near Kingman?+
9 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Kingman report agate. The closest is Area near Meadow Creek Pass in Mohave County County, roughly 22 miles away (27 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Kingman?+
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 Kingman do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 22 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 146 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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