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Rockhounding near Lewiston, ID

92 mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Lewiston, most inside a 2 to 3 hour drive, 81 of them on public land. Below: every place to go rock hunting, closest first, with what each one produces and its land access.

Covering parts of Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana.

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Every rock collecting spot within 150 miles of Lewiston

  • Aerial view of Clearwater RiverClearwater RiverNez Perce County, Idaho · 3 mi awayPublic access · Agate, Jasper, Chert +1
  • Aerial view of ClarkstonClarkstonAsotin County, Washington · 4 mi awayPublic access · Gold
  • Aerial view of LewistonLewistonNez Perce County, Idaho · 4 mi awayPublic access · Agate, Aquamarine, Garnet +2
  • Aerial view of Snake RiverSnake RiverAsotin County, Washington · 8 mi awayPublic access · Gold
  • Aerial view of Snake RiverSnake RiverAsotin County, Washington · 11 mi awayPublic access · Fire Opal
  • Aerial view of Bald ButteBald ButteWhitman County, Washington · 15 mi awayPublic access · Smoky Quartz
  • Aerial view of AgathaAgathaNez Perce County, Idaho · 22 mi awayPermission required · Opal, Opalized Wood
  • Aerial view of PullmanPullmanWhitman County, Washington · 25 mi awayPublic access · Fire Opal
  • Aerial view of MoscowMoscowLatah County, Idaho · 26 mi awayPublic access · Opal
  • Aerial view of Snake RiverSnake RiverGarfield County, Washington · 31 mi awayPublic access · Gold
  • Aerial view of Boulder CreekBoulder CreekLatah County, Idaho · 36 mi awayPublic access · Garnet
  • Aerial view of Mica MountainMica MountainLatah County, Idaho · 40 mi awayPublic access · Green Beryl, Biotite, Muscovite

Most-reported finds near Lewiston

Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.

Hunting something specific near Lewiston?

These materials have enough dedicated spots around Lewiston to earn their own page, with distances and a separate map.

Lewiston rockhounding FAQ

Where can I go rockhounding near Lewiston?+
There are 92 mapped rockhounding spots within about 150 miles of Lewiston, Idaho. The closest is Clearwater River in Nez Perce County, roughly 3 miles away. Every one is listed on this page, closest first.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Lewiston?+
Spots within driving distance of Lewiston most commonly produce gold, opalized wood, agate, garnet, petrified wood, quartz.
Is rockhounding legal near Lewiston?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Each spot page on this site lists access status; always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Are there free places to rockhound near Lewiston?+
81 of the 92 spots here are mapped as public access, with no dig fee. Some sit in parks or forests that charge for parking or day use, so check with the land manager first.
Where can I go gem hunting or crystal digging near Lewiston?+
9 of the mapped spots near Lewiston report quartz or amethyst. The closest is Lewiston, about 4 miles out.
How far do most rockhounders drive from Lewiston?+
Most weekend trips from Lewiston fall inside a 2 to 3 hour drive, which is roughly the 150-mile radius shown on this page. Closer spots are good for half-day outings; the outer ones are better as overnight trips.

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The spots above span 4 states. Open the state page for the full county-by-county view.

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