Where to Find Chalcedony in Colorado
4 mapped chalcedony rockhounding spots in Colorado, across 2 counties. Chalcedony is the parent name for microcrystalline quartz, including agate, jasper, carnelian, and chrysoprase.
Map of 4 chalcedony rockhounding spots in Colorado
Chalcedony by county in Colorado
Counties ranked by number of chalcedony spots in our database.
Every chalcedony spot in Colorado
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin BluffsWittenberg Court | El Paso County | 38.9072, -104.7973 | Public | |
| Willow Creek (permission required)West Willow Creek Road | Mineral County | 37.8700, -106.9292 | Permission | |
| Wolf Creek PassUS 160 | Mineral County | 37.4514, -106.8895 | Public | |
| Wolf Creek Stream BedUS 160 | Mineral County |
| 37.4873, -106.8203 | Public |
Chalcedony in Colorado FAQ
Where can I find chalcedony in Colorado?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 chalcedony spots in Colorado, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Mineral County.
Is collecting chalcedony legal in Colorado?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcedony is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Colorado, 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 Colorado?+
Mineral County has the most chalcedony spots in our database for Colorado. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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