Agates near Lewiston, ID
10 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Lewiston report agate. The closest is Clearwater River, about 3 miles out (4 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 10 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Lewiston, Idaho
Closest agates spots to Lewiston
- Clearwater RiverNez Perce County, Idaho3 mi · 4 min driveAgate, Jasper, Chert
- LewistonNez Perce County, Idaho4 mi · 5 min driveAgate, Aquamarine, Garnet
- Lower Inmaha RiverWallowa County, Oregon84 mi · 1 hr 45 min driveAgate, Prase
- Salmon RiverIdaho County, Idaho89 mi · 1 hr 51 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- RingoldFranklin County, Washington106 mi · 2 hr 13 min driveAgate
- Shirttail CreekBaker County, Oregon133 mi · 2 hr 46 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
Types of agates reported near Lewiston
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate9
- Banded Agate1
- Iris Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Lewiston
Sorted by distance from Lewiston. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater RiverUS 12;US 95 | Nez Perce County | 46.4335, -116.9515 | Public | |
| LewistonEaton Road | Nez Perce County | 46.4532, -116.9446 | Public | |
| Lower Inmaha RiverForest Road 3955 | Wallowa County |
| 45.2036, -116.8670 | Public |
| Salmon RiverSalmon River Trail #96 | Idaho County | 45.4632, -115.7870 | Permission | |
| RingoldRingold River Road | Franklin County | 46.4885, -119.2486 | Public | |
| Shirttail CreekShirttail Creek Road | Baker County |
| 44.5176, -117.4194 | Public |
| Orofino Mine areaForest Road 100 | Grant County | 44.7479, -118.4768 | Permission | |
| Grouse Creek | Washington County |
| 44.3758, -117.1738 | Public |
| CascadeOne Eleven Way | Valley County | 44.4714, -115.9928 | Public | |
| Ironside and Malheur Reservoir | Malheur County | 44.3624, -117.6981 | Public |
Agates near Lewiston FAQ
Where can I find agates near Lewiston?+
10 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Lewiston report agate. The closest is Clearwater River in Nez Perce County County, roughly 3 miles away (4 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Lewiston?+
8 of the 10 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 Lewiston do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 3 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 146 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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