Where to Find Chalcedony in Arizona
5 mapped chalcedony rockhounding spots in Arizona, across 4 counties. Chalcedony is the parent name for microcrystalline quartz, including agate, jasper, carnelian, and chrysoprase. Arizona is a copper, agate, and petrified wood state.
Map of 5 chalcedony rockhounding spots in Arizona
Chalcedony by county in Arizona
Counties ranked by number of chalcedony spots in our database.
Every chalcedony spot in Arizona
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 mi. N of old Three-Way drive-in theaterGuthrie Road | Greenlee County |
| 32.9612, -109.2397 | Public |
| Agua Fria River GravelsNorth Coyote Lakes Parkway | Maricopa County | 33.6437, -112.3159 | Public | |
| New River Area StreamsWest New River Road | Maricopa County | 33.9194, -112.1047 | Public | |
| Area near Meadow Creek Pass | Mohave County |
| 34.8971, -114.1838 | Public |
| All along both sides of road from Morristown to Castle Hot SpringsCastle Hot Springs Road | Yavapai County | 33.9533, -112.4910 | Public |
Chalcedony in Arizona FAQ
Where can I find chalcedony in Arizona?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 chalcedony spots in Arizona, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Maricopa County.
Is collecting chalcedony legal in Arizona?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcedony is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Arizona, 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 chalcedony location in Arizona?+
Maricopa County has the most chalcedony spots in our database for Arizona. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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