Where to Find Agate in North Dakota
10 mapped agate rockhounding spots in North Dakota, across 9 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States.
Map of 10 agate rockhounding spots in North Dakota
Agate by county in North Dakota
Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.
Every agate spot in North Dakota
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MedoraI 94 | Billings County | 46.9233, -103.4921 | Public | |
| BismarkGallatin Loop | Burleigh County | 46.7597, -100.8355 | Public | |
| Hettinger CountyState Highway 8 | Hettinger County | 46.5117, -102.3170 | Public | |
| TappenHighway 10 | Kidder County | 46.8796, -99.4569 | Public | |
| Souris RiverRiver Road North | McHenry County | 48.1150, -100.8019 | Public | |
| MandanSunny Place South | Morton County |
| 46.8174, -100.9353 | Public |
| Turtle MountainBia 23 | Rolette County | 48.8155, -99.9217 | Public | |
| Cannonball River | Sioux County | 46.3596, -100.9431 | Public | |
| DickinsonLehigh Road | Stark County | 46.8706, -102.6924 | Public | |
| Richardton42nd Street Southwest | Stark County | 46.8031, -102.3097 | Public |
Agate in North Dakota FAQ
Where can I find agate in North Dakota?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 agate spots in North Dakota, spread across 9 counties. The strongest concentration is in Stark County.
Is collecting agate legal in North Dakota?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in North Dakota, 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 North Dakota?+
Stark County has the most agate spots in our database for North Dakota. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
