Where to Find Amethyst in Washington
4 mapped amethyst rockhounding spots in Washington, across 4 counties. Amethyst is purple quartz, prized for color saturation. Washington is rich in agate, petrified wood, quartz crystals, and fossils.
Map of 4 amethyst rockhounding spots in Washington
Amethyst by county in Washington
Counties ranked by number of amethyst spots in our database.
Every amethyst spot in Washington
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WashougalSoutheast 10th Street | Clark County | 45.6165, -122.2735 | Public | |
| Denny Mt.Denny Creek Trail | King County | 47.4332, -121.4486 | Public | |
| NewportCarol Lane | Pend Oreille County | 48.1964, -117.0618 | Public | |
| Clay CitySigmond Road East | Pierce County | 46.9284, -122.2368 | Public |
Amethyst in Washington FAQ
Where can I find amethyst in Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 amethyst spots in Washington, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Clark County.
Is collecting amethyst legal in Washington?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like amethyst is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Washington, 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 Washington?+
Clark County has the most amethyst spots in our database for Washington. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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