Where to Find Agate in Colorado
5 mapped agate rockhounding spots in Colorado, across 3 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States.
Map of 5 agate rockhounding spots in Colorado
Agate by county in Colorado
Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.
Every agate spot in Colorado
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin BluffsWittenberg Court | El Paso County | 38.9072, -104.7973 | Public | |
| Specimen Mountain | Larimer County | 40.4428, -105.8084 | Public | |
| Willow Creek (permission required)West Willow Creek Road | Mineral County | 37.8700, -106.9292 | Permission | |
| Wolf Creek PassUS 160 | Mineral County | 37.4514, -106.8895 | Public | |
| Wolf Creek Stream BedUS 160 | Mineral County |
| 37.4873, -106.8203 | Public |
Agate in Colorado FAQ
Where can I find agate in Colorado?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 agate spots in Colorado, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Mineral County.
Is collecting agate legal in Colorado?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Colorado, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best agate location in Colorado?+
Mineral County has the most agate spots in our database for Colorado. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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