Where to Find Gold in Washington
7 mapped gold rockhounding spots in Washington, across 5 counties. Recreational gold panning is allowed on much BLM and Forest Service land. Washington is rich in agate, petrified wood, quartz crystals, and fossils.
Map of 7 gold rockhounding spots in Washington
Gold by county in Washington
Counties ranked by number of gold spots in our database.
Every gold spot in Washington
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shi Shi BeachShi Shi to Ozette River Beach Travelway | Clallam County | 48.2748, -124.6807 | Public | |
| Money CreekMoney Creek Road | King County | 47.6995, -121.4678 | Public | |
| Lyman LakeNational Forest Development Road 500 | Okanogan County | 48.5273, -119.0236 | Public | |
| Gold BarMother's Day Trail | Snohomish County | 47.8566, -121.7101 | Public | |
| Granite FallsParadise Lane | Snohomish County | 48.0717, -121.9713 | Public | |
| SultanTrout Farm Road | Snohomish County | 47.8803, -121.8296 | Public | |
| Pasayten WildernessForest Road 5400-700 | Whatcom County | 48.7313, -120.7499 | Public |
Gold in Washington FAQ
Where can I find gold in Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 gold spots in Washington, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Snohomish County.
Is collecting gold legal in Washington?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like gold 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 gold location in Washington?+
Snohomish County has the most gold spots in our database for Washington. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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