Where to Find Agate in Nebraska
14 mapped agate rockhounding spots in Nebraska, across 11 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States.
Map of 14 agate rockhounding spots in Nebraska
Agate by county in Nebraska
Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.
Every agate spot in Nebraska
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platte RiverHuron Drive | Buffalo County | 40.6611, -99.0708 | Public | |
| Platte Center44 1/2 Road | Butler County | 41.3965, -97.3258 | Public | |
| ValentineN-12 | Cherry County | 42.8972, -100.4905 | Public | |
| FairburyLittle Blue River Trail | Jefferson County | 40.1320, -97.1844 | Public | |
| Steel CityRomeo Road | Jefferson County | 40.0404, -97.0348 | Public | |
| BayardUS 26 | Morrill County | 41.7324, -103.3187 | Public | |
| Fullerton | Nance County | 41.3529, -97.9514 | Public | |
| Little Nemaha River | Nemaha County | 40.4043, -95.8280 | Public | |
| Nemaha River gravels near HumboldtRailroad Street | Richardson County | 40.1559, -95.9530 | Public | |
| AshlandWillow Point Drive | Saunders County | 41.0542, -96.3258 | Public | |
| Pine RidgeElder Drive | Sheridan County |
| 42.9939, -102.5627 | Public |
| WhiteclayElder Drive | Sheridan County | 42.9938, -102.5628 | Public | |
| Agate Fossil BedsRiver Road | Sioux County | 42.4366, -103.7359 | Public | |
| MontroseMontrose Road | Sioux County | 42.9250, -103.7360 | Public |
Agate in Nebraska FAQ
Where can I find agate in Nebraska?+
RockHoundR tracks 14 agate spots in Nebraska, spread across 11 counties. The strongest concentration is in Jefferson County.
Is collecting agate legal in Nebraska?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Nebraska, 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 Nebraska?+
Jefferson County has the most agate spots in our database for Nebraska. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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