Rockhounding in Whatcom County, Washington
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Whatcom County. Most commonly produces agate, jasper, gold, pyrite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Whatcom County, Washington
Spots in Whatcom County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry PointGulf Road | 48.8565, -122.7318 | Public | |
| Pasayten WildernessForest Road 5400-700 | 48.7313, -120.7499 | Public | |
| Point RobertsEdwards Drive | 48.9748, -123.0572 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Washington
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Whatcom County. A natural extension if Whatcom County is already on your trip plan.
- Skagit County~29 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Blue Agate, Geode
- Snohomish County~59 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenic, Arsenopyrite
- King County~97 mi4 spotsTop: Amber, Amethyst, Calcite
- Clallam County~106 mi8 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chert
- Okanogan County~120 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Quartz, Blue Corundum
- Douglas County~138 mi4 spotsTop: Common Opal, Gold, Jadeite
Whatcom County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Whatcom County, Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Whatcom County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Whatcom County?+
Spots in Whatcom County most often produce Agate, Jasper, Gold, Pyrite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Whatcom 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.
Plan a Whatcom County rockhounding trip
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