Where to Find Agate in Georgia
Georgia has 6 mapped collecting spots that report agate, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Chattooga County County with 2 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 6 agate collecting spots in Georgia
Best counties for agate in Georgia
Ranked by the number of mapped agate spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Chattooga County2 spots
- Jones County2 spots
- Meriwether County1 spot
- Wilkinson County1 spot
Every agate spot we track in Georgia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Fish HatcheryFish Hatchery Road | Chattooga County | 34.4570, -85.4148 | Public | |
| SummervilleMartha Berry Highway | Chattooga County | 34.4702, -85.3170 | Public | |
| MaconNorth Garrison Road | Jones County | 32.9243, -83.5189 | Public | |
| Round Oak | Jones County | 33.1058, -83.6325 | Public | |
| Warm Springs | Meriwether County | 32.8867, -84.6615 | Public | |
| Lake TchukolahoLakeshore Drive North | Wilkinson County |
| 32.9108, -83.3074 | 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 Georgia FAQ
Where can you find agate in Georgia?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Chattooga County County, Jones County County, and Meriwether County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many agate spots are mapped in Georgia?+
6 spots across 4 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 Georgia?+
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. 6 of the 6 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 Georgia 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.
