Where to Find Jadeite in the United States
6 mapped jadeite spots across 3 U.S. states. Jadeite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. The map below shows where collectors most often find it on legal public ground.
Learn about jadeite: properties & identification →Map showing where to find jadeite across the United States, with 6 mapped spots
Top states for jadeite
States ranked by number of jadeite spots in our database. States in bold link to a focused jadeite-in-state list.
Every jadeite spot we track
Sorted by state and county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eel River GravelsDos Rios Road | Mendocino County |
| 39.7140, -123.3526 | Public |
| Leech Lake AreaLeech Lake Road | Mendocino County |
| 39.9177, -123.0868 | Public |
| North Fork of Eel RiverMina Road | Mendocino County |
| 39.9355, -123.3589 | Public |
| Paso Robles AreaUnion Road | San Luis Obispo County |
| 35.6379, -120.6274 | Public |
| Seiling & TalogaUS 183 | Dewey County |
| 36.0925, -98.9526 | Check locally |
| Bridgeport16th Street | Douglas County |
| 48.0002, -119.6798 | Public |
Jadeite rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find jadeite in the U.S.?+
California, Oklahoma, Washington have the highest concentrations of jadeite in this list. Each state's quality and access varies — open the linked state pages for a detailed view.
How many jadeite rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
6 mapped spots across 3 states. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect jadeite on public land?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like jadeite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify jadeite in the field?+
Field identification of jadeite comes down to color, hardness, fracture, and luster. The RockHoundR app links to geology details for each spot to help narrow down what you might be picking up.
Hunt jadeite on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
