Where to Find Carnelian in Oregon
Oregon has 6 mapped collecting spots that report carnelian, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Douglas County County with 2 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 6 carnelian collecting spots in Oregon
Best counties for carnelian in Oregon
Ranked by the number of mapped carnelian spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Douglas County2 spots
- Clatsop County1 spot
- Columbia County1 spot
- Jackson County1 spot
- Linn County1 spot
Every carnelian spot we track in Oregon
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nehalem River gravelsMaple Road | Clatsop County | 45.8905, -123.5569 | Public | |
| Clear CreekClear Creek Road | Columbia County |
| 45.8006, -123.2889 | Public |
| N Umpqua RiverSmith Springs Lane | Douglas County | 43.2977, -122.9391 | Public | |
| S Umpqua RiverAmber Lane | Douglas County | 43.1649, -123.3945 | Public | |
| Green Springs Mt.32-3-32.1 | Jackson County |
| 42.1317, -122.5104 | Public |
| Chandler Mt. | Linn County |
| 44.3403, -122.6976 | Public |
Before you go
Read the carnelian identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Carnelian in the encyclopedia.
Carnelian in Oregon FAQ
Where can you find carnelian in Oregon?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Douglas County County, Clatsop County County, and Columbia County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many carnelian spots are mapped in Oregon?+
6 spots across 5 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 carnelian 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. 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 carnelian 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.
