Where to Find Fire Opal in Washington
3 mapped fire opal rockhounding spots in Washington, across 3 counties. Fire opal is opal with strong orange to red body color. Washington is rich in agate, petrified wood, quartz crystals, and fossils.
Map of 3 fire opal rockhounding spots in Washington
Fire Opal by county in Washington
Counties ranked by number of fire opal spots in our database.
Every fire opal spot in Washington
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snake RiverSnake River Road | Asotin County | 46.2652, -116.9691 | Public | |
| Mondovi | Lincoln County | 47.7296, -118.0483 | Public | |
| PullmanGray Road | Whitman County | 46.7818, -117.0484 | Public |
Fire Opal in Washington FAQ
Where can I find fire opal in Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 fire opal spots in Washington, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Asotin County.
Is collecting fire opal legal in Washington?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fire opal 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 fire opal location in Washington?+
Asotin County has the most fire opal spots in our database for Washington. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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