Where to Find Chalcedony in Florida
Florida has 5 mapped collecting spots that report chalcedony, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Pinellas County County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 chalcedony collecting spots in Florida
Best counties for chalcedony in Florida
Ranked by the number of mapped chalcedony spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Pinellas County2 spots
- Hillsborough County1 spot
- Pasco County1 spot
- Polk County1 spot
Every chalcedony spot we track in Florida
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unnamed Area (Agatized Coral #2)Interbay Boulevard | Hillsborough County |
| 27.8862, -82.4808 | Public |
| Flor-a-MarTopsail Trail | Pasco County |
| 28.2338, -82.7479 | Public |
| Caledesi Causeway BanksHoneymoon Island Trail | Pinellas County | 28.0578, -82.8089 | Public | |
| Pinellas & Hillsborough Beaches120th Avenue West | Pinellas County |
| 27.7740, -82.7793 | Public |
| Lakeland | Polk County |
| 28.1235, -81.8869 | Public |
Before you go
Read the chalcedony identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Chalcedony in the encyclopedia.
Chalcedony in Florida FAQ
Where can you find chalcedony in Florida?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Pinellas County County, Hillsborough County County, and Pasco County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many chalcedony spots are mapped in Florida?+
5 spots across 4 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 chalcedony in Florida?+
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. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt chalcedony in Florida 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.
