Where to Find Geode in Iowa
Iowa has 13 mapped collecting spots that report geode, spread across 9 counties. The largest share sits in Hardin County County with 3 spots. 13 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 13 geode collecting spots in Iowa
Best counties for geode in Iowa
Ranked by the number of mapped geode spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Hardin County3 spots
- Henry County2 spots
- Lee County2 spots
- Black Hawk County1 spot
- Buchanan County1 spot
- Cerro Gordo County1 spot
- Des Moines County1 spot
- Franklin County1 spot
- Van Buren County1 spot
Every geode spot we track in Iowa
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Recreation AreaCedar Valley Lakes Trail | Black Hawk County | 42.4766, -92.3008 | Public | |
| Brandon330th Street | Buchanan County | 42.3164, -91.9902 | Public | |
| SheffieldQuail Avenue | Cerro Gordo County | 42.9217, -93.1778 | Public | |
| Burlington (geodes)Starrs Cave Road | Des Moines County | 40.8521, -91.1493 | Public | |
| ChapinOlive Avenue | Franklin County | 42.8543, -93.2203 | Public | |
| EldoraDole Drive | Hardin County | 42.3631, -93.1175 | Public | |
| Steamboat RiverNorth 10th Street | Hardin County | 42.4098, -93.0726 | Public | |
| Union305th Street | Hardin County | 42.2540, -93.0581 | Public | |
| Mount Pleasant | Henry County | 40.9529, -91.5673 | Public | |
| Skunk RiverCockleburr Lane | Henry County | 40.8987, -91.5565 | Public | |
| Donnellson180th Avenue | Lee County | 40.6275, -91.5698 | Public | |
| Hamilton (west)Carroll Street | Lee County | 40.3837, -91.3747 | Public | |
| Farmington (geodes)State Highway 81 | Van Buren County | 40.6375, -91.7527 | Public |
Before you go
Read the geode identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Geode in the encyclopedia.
Geode in Iowa FAQ
Where can you find geode in Iowa?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Hardin County County, Henry County County, and Lee County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many geode spots are mapped in Iowa?+
13 spots across 9 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 geode in Iowa?+
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. 13 of the 13 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt geode in Iowa 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.
