Where to Find Agate
398 mapped agate spots across 48 regions in 2 countries. Pick a region for its local guide, or browse every spot by country below. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States. It is a banded form of microcrystalline quartz that forms in volcanic gas pockets, sediments, and fossil wood. Field hunters look for translucence, color contrast, and rind texture in the gravel of dry washes, beaches, and ranch country.
Top regions for agate
United States
380 spots · 44 regions- Oregon37
- New Mexico33
- Texas24
- Utah24
- Wyoming23
- Washington21
- Nebraska14
- North Carolina13
- Arizona12
- California12
- Idaho12
- Nevada11
- Montana10
- New Jersey10
- North Dakota10
- Wisconsin10
- Iowa8
- Kansas8
- Louisiana8
- South Dakota7
- Georgia6
- Missouri6
- Illinois5
- Massachusetts5
- Pennsylvania5
- Colorado4
- Connecticut4
- Tennessee4
- Michigan3
- Minnesota3
- Oklahoma3
- Rhode Island3
- Virginia3
- Alabama2
- Arkansas2
- Florida2
- Indiana2
- Kentucky2
- Mississippi2
- Ohio2
- South Carolina2
- Maine1
- New York1
- Vermont1
Canada
18 spots · 4 regionsMap showing where to find agate, with 398 mapped spots
Every mapped agate spot
Agate rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find agate?+
Oregon, New Mexico, Texas have the highest concentrations of agate in this list. Quality and access vary by area, so open the linked region pages for a detailed view.
How many agate rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
398 mapped spots across 48 regions in 2 countries. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect agate on public land?+
In the U.S., casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Rules differ by country and region, so always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify agate in the field?+
A weathered agate often shows a frosted, dimpled rind. Wet a rough piece — translucence at the edge usually confirms agate.
Hunt agate on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
