Where to Find Chert in Washington
3 mapped chert rockhounding spots in Washington, across 2 counties. Chert is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Washington is rich in agate, petrified wood, quartz crystals, and fossils.
Map of 3 chert rockhounding spots in Washington
Chert by county in Washington
Counties ranked by number of chert spots in our database.
Every chert spot in Washington
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent BeachCrescent Beach Road | Clallam County | 48.1612, -123.7094 | Public | |
| Sol Duc River | Clallam County | 47.9347, -124.4960 | Public | |
| QueetsSouth Kalaloch Beach | Jefferson County | 47.5399, -124.3561 | Public |
Chert in Washington FAQ
Where can I find chert in Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 chert spots in Washington, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Clallam County.
Is collecting chert legal in Washington?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chert 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 chert location in Washington?+
Clallam County has the most chert spots in our database for Washington. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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