Where to Find Agate in Colorado
Colorado has 5 mapped collecting spots that report agate, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Mineral County County with 3 spots. 4 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 agate collecting spots in Colorado
Best counties for agate in Colorado
Ranked by the number of mapped agate spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every agate spot we track in Colorado
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
Before you go
Read the agate identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Agate in the encyclopedia.
Agate in Colorado FAQ
Where can you find agate in Colorado?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Mineral County County, El Paso County County, and Larimer County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many agate spots are mapped in Colorado?+
5 spots across 3 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect agate in Colorado?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 4 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt agate in Colorado with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
