Where to Find Amethyst in Idaho
4 mapped amethyst rockhounding spots in Idaho, across 3 counties. Amethyst is purple quartz, prized for color saturation. Idaho is a star-garnet, opal, and jasper destination.
Map of 4 amethyst rockhounding spots in Idaho
Amethyst by county in Idaho
Counties ranked by number of amethyst spots in our database.
Every amethyst spot in Idaho
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pole CreekPole Creek Road | Blaine County | 43.9108, -114.7441 | Public | |
| Antelope Creek areaAntelope Creek Road | Butte County | 43.6999, -113.5694 | Public | |
| Big Lost River | Butte County | 43.7952, -112.8518 | Public | |
| Hog Creek | Washington County | 44.3094, -117.0885 | Public |
Amethyst in Idaho FAQ
Where can I find amethyst in Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 amethyst spots in Idaho, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Butte County.
Is collecting amethyst legal in Idaho?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like amethyst is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Idaho, 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 amethyst location in Idaho?+
Butte County has the most amethyst spots in our database for Idaho. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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