Where to Find Gold in Arizona
5 mapped gold rockhounding spots in Arizona, across 2 counties. Recreational gold panning is allowed on much BLM and Forest Service land. Arizona is a copper, agate, and petrified wood state.
Map of 5 gold rockhounding spots in Arizona
Gold by county in Arizona
Counties ranked by number of gold spots in our database.
Every gold spot in Arizona
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~4 mi. SW of Cave Creek townBrawling Badger Trail | Maricopa County | 33.7824, -111.9979 | Public | |
| Area around Go John MineSlate Trail | Maricopa County | 33.8257, -111.9930 | Public | |
| Area of old Octave mining campOctave Road | Yavapai County | 34.1417, -112.6901 | Public | |
| Area of old Stanton mining campStanton Road | Yavapai County | 34.1569, -112.7362 | Public | |
| Congress MineGhost Town Road | Yavapai County | 34.1992, -112.8535 | Public |
Gold in Arizona FAQ
Where can I find gold in Arizona?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 gold spots in Arizona, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Yavapai County.
Is collecting gold legal in Arizona?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like gold is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Arizona, 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 gold location in Arizona?+
Yavapai County has the most gold spots in our database for Arizona. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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