Rockhounding in Spokane County, Washington
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Spokane County. Most commonly produces autunite, cassiterite, garnet, quartz.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Spokane County, Washington
Spots in Spokane County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChattaroyNorth Crescent Road | 47.8872, -117.3565 | Public | |
| Daybreak MineAntler Road | 47.9440, -117.1979 | Public | |
| Silver HillGreat Northern/Spokane and Inland Empire |
| 47.5592, -117.3277 | Public |
| Spokane, WashingtonSouth Gorge Trail | 47.6588, -117.4444 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Washington
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Spokane County. A natural extension if Spokane County is already on your trip plan.
- Pend Oreille County~45 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Garnet, Smithsonite
- Stevens County~56 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Gold, Pyrite
- Asotin County~97 mi3 spotsTop: Gold, Fire Opal
- Douglas County~107 mi4 spotsTop: Common Opal, Gold, Jadeite
- Okanogan County~121 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Quartz, Blue Corundum
- Franklin County~126 mi1 spotTop: Agate
Across the state line from Spokane County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Washington.
Spokane County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Spokane County, Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Spokane County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Spokane County?+
Spots in Spokane County most often produce Autunite, Cassiterite, Garnet, Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Spokane 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.
