Where to Find Fire Opal in Idaho
3 mapped fire opal rockhounding spots in Idaho, across 3 counties. Fire opal is opal with strong orange to red body color. Idaho is a star-garnet, opal, and jasper destination.
Map of 3 fire opal rockhounding spots in Idaho
Fire Opal by county in Idaho
Counties ranked by number of fire opal spots in our database.
Every fire opal spot in Idaho
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Opal MineOld Highway 91 | Clark County | 44.3614, -112.1865 | Paid / fee | |
| Camas Creek2700N | Jefferson County | 44.0165, -112.2138 | Public | |
| Little Squaw Creek | Owyhee County | 43.3917, -116.8485 | Public |
Fire Opal in Idaho FAQ
Where can I find fire opal in Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 fire opal spots in Idaho, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Clark County.
Is collecting fire opal legal in Idaho?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fire opal is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Idaho, 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 fire opal location in Idaho?+
Clark County has the most fire opal spots in our database for Idaho. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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