Rockhounding in Harney County, Oregon
12 mapped rockhounding spots in Harney County. Most commonly produces agate, jasper, petrified wood, fossil.
Harney County rockhounding photos
Representative spot and material photos from this county, shown where verified public image records are available.
Map showing 12 rockhounding spots in Harney County, Oregon
Minerals reported in Harney County
Standout in Harney County
Hand-picked spot in Harney County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.
Spots in Harney County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delintment LakeNational Forest Development Road 43 | 43.9514, -119.5825 | Check locally | |
| Harney LakeSouth Harney Lake Lane | 43.2498, -118.9881 | Check locally | |
| Mann Lake Recreation Site | 42.7825, -118.4474 | Public | |
| Mud Ridge | 43.6427, -119.1602 | Check locally | |
| North Beede ReservoirUS 20 | 43.7548, -118.4754 | Check locally | |
| North Beede Reservoir | 43.7617, -118.4851 | Check locally | |
| Pike CreekPike Creek Trail | 42.5769, -118.5306 | Check locally | |
| Stinkingwater Creek | 43.6666, -118.4670 | Check locally | |
| Sylvies Canyon | 43.8583, -119.1137 | Public | |
| Warm Springs Reservoir | 43.6216, -118.2435 | Permission | |
| Warm Springs ReservoirWarm Springs Road | 43.6450, -118.3052 | Check locally | |
| Warm Springs ReservoirWarm Springs Road | 43.6395, -118.2855 | Check locally |
Neighboring counties in Oregon
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Harney County. A natural extension if Harney County is already on your trip plan.
- Malheur County~57 mi19 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Petrified Wood
- Deschutes County~82 mi1 spotTop: Agate, Jasper, Limb Cast
- Baker County~100 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Agatized Wood, Chalcedony
- Lake County~101 mi13 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Sunstone
- Crook County~103 mi19 spotsTop: Thunderegg, Petrified Wood, Jasper
- Morrow County~124 mi2 spotsTop: Hyalite Opal, Nodules Filled With Opal
Harney County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Harney County, Oregon?+
RockHoundR tracks 12 rockhounding spots in Harney County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Harney County?+
Spots in Harney County most often produce Agate, Jasper, Petrified Wood, Fossil, Plume Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Harney County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out, links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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