Where to Find Chalcopyrite in Washington
4 mapped chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Washington, across 4 counties. Chalcopyrite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Washington is rich in agate, petrified wood, quartz crystals, and fossils.
Map of 4 chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Washington
Chalcopyrite by county in Washington
Counties ranked by number of chalcopyrite spots in our database.
Every chalcopyrite spot in Washington
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe Basin districtHorseshoe Basin Trail | Chelan County | 48.4743, -121.0203 | Public | |
| MethowVintin Road | Okanogan County | 48.2649, -120.0566 | Public | |
| Monte CristoMonte Cristo Trail | Snohomish County |
| 47.9859, -121.3939 | Public |
| Copper King MineAladdin Road | Stevens County | 48.7810, -117.6544 | Public |
Chalcopyrite in Washington FAQ
Where can I find chalcopyrite in Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 chalcopyrite spots in Washington, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Chelan County.
Is collecting chalcopyrite legal in Washington?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcopyrite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Washington, 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 chalcopyrite location in Washington?+
Chelan County has the most chalcopyrite spots in our database for Washington. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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