Where to Find Agatized Wood in South Dakota
South Dakota has 6 mapped collecting spots that report agatized wood, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Fall River County County with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 6 agatized wood collecting spots in South Dakota
Best counties for agatized wood in South Dakota
Ranked by the number of mapped agatized wood spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Fall River County3 spots
- Custer County1 spot
- Todd County1 spot
- Walworth County1 spot
Every agatized wood spot we track in South Dakota
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairburn | Custer County |
| 43.6683, -103.0269 | Public |
| ArdmoreEast Ardmore Road | Fall River County |
| 43.0107, -103.4691 | Public |
| Oelrichs | Fall River County |
| 43.1256, -103.1669 | Public |
| Parker Peak | Fall River County | 43.4053, -103.6753 | Public | |
| MissionSoldier Creek Road | Todd County | 43.3066, -100.8828 | Public | |
| Mobridge | Walworth County | 45.5202, -100.4125 | Public |
Before you go
Read the agatized wood identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Agatized Wood in the encyclopedia.
Agatized Wood in South Dakota FAQ
Where can you find agatized wood in South Dakota?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Fall River County County, Custer County County, and Todd County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many agatized wood spots are mapped in South Dakota?+
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 agatized wood in South Dakota?+
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.
