Where to Find Agate in Idaho
12 mapped agate rockhounding spots in Idaho, across 9 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States. Idaho is a star-garnet, opal, and jasper destination.
Map of 12 agate rockhounding spots in Idaho
Agate by county in Idaho
Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.
Every agate spot in Idaho
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ada CountySouth Pleasant Valley Road | Ada County | 43.3845, -116.2326 | Public | |
| Little Wood River | Blaine County | 43.3925, -113.9974 | Public | |
| Malm GulchMalm Gulch Trail | Custer County | 44.3383, -114.2226 | Public | |
| SweetLiberty Road | Gem County | 44.0335, -116.3102 | Public | |
| Salmon RiverSalmon River Trail #96 | Idaho County | 45.4632, -115.7870 | Public | |
| Parker MountainNational Forest Development Road 68 | Lemhi County | 44.6068, -114.5458 | Public | |
| Clearwater RiverUS 12;US 95 | Nez Perce County | 46.4335, -116.9515 | Public | |
| LewistonEaton Road | Nez Perce County | 46.4532, -116.9446 | Public | |
| Bruneau DesertBalanced Rock Road | Owyhee County | 42.5729, -115.1896 | Public | |
| Homedale | Owyhee County |
| 43.5532, -117.0249 | Public |
| Homedale (area)Texas Basin Road | Owyhee County | 43.2587, -117.0090 | Public | |
| CascadeOne Eleven Way | Valley County | 44.4714, -115.9928 | Public |
Agate in Idaho FAQ
Where can I find agate in Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 12 agate spots in Idaho, spread across 9 counties. The strongest concentration is in Owyhee County.
Is collecting agate legal in Idaho?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Idaho, 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 Idaho?+
Owyhee County has the most agate spots in our database for Idaho. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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