Where to Find Calcite in Oregon
Oregon has 6 mapped collecting spots that report calcite, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Crook County with 1 spot.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 6 calcite collecting spots in Oregon
Best counties for calcite in Oregon
Ranked by the number of mapped calcite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every calcite spot we track in Oregon
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fischer CanyonSalt Creek Road | Crook County | 44.0234, -120.6925 | Check locally | |
| Old MinesGalice Road | Josephine County | 42.5693, -123.5953 | Permission | |
| Mt. PisgahTrail #6 | Lane County | 44.0057, -122.9645 | Permission | |
| Quartzville Creek at Boulder Creek BridgeQuartzville Drive | Linn County | 44.5654, -122.4096 | Check locally | |
| Twin Springs - Site 1Dry Creek Road | Malheur County | 43.6019, -117.4108 | Check locally | |
| Oceanside & Tunnel BeachesMaxwell Mountain Road | Tillamook County | 45.4623, -123.9724 | Check locally |
Before you go
Read the calcite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Calcite in the encyclopedia.
Calcite in Oregon FAQ
Where can you find calcite in Oregon?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Crook County, Josephine County, and Lane County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many calcite spots are mapped in Oregon?+
6 spots across 6 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 calcite in Oregon?+
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. 0 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 calcite in Oregon 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.
