Where to Find Jasper
363 mapped jasper spots across 46 regions in 2 countries. Pick a region for its local guide, or browse every spot by country below. Jasper is the opaque cousin of agate: silica-cemented, often vividly colored, and tough enough to take a high polish. The American West is rich in picture jasper, brecciated jasper, and sea-deposit varieties from Oregon, Idaho, and Washington.
Top regions for jasper
United States
352 spots · 43 regions- Oregon36
- New Mexico24
- Utah22
- Wyoming22
- Texas19
- California17
- Nebraska15
- Washington14
- Pennsylvania13
- Arizona11
- North Carolina11
- Georgia10
- Montana9
- Nevada9
- South Dakota9
- Kansas8
- Minnesota8
- Missouri8
- North Dakota8
- Wisconsin7
- Idaho6
- Iowa6
- Massachusetts6
- Michigan5
- New Hampshire5
- New Jersey5
- Rhode Island5
- Illinois4
- Kentucky4
- Oklahoma4
- Virginia4
- Tennessee3
- Colorado2
- Indiana2
- New York2
- Ohio2
- Alabama1
- Arkansas1
- Maine1
- Maryland1
- Mississippi1
- Vermont1
- West Virginia1
Canada
11 spots · 3 regionsMap showing where to find jasper, with 363 mapped spots
Every mapped jasper spot
Jasper rockhounding FAQ
Where is the best place to find jasper?+
Oregon, New Mexico, Utah have the highest concentrations of jasper in this list. Quality and access vary by area, so open the linked region pages for a detailed view.
How many jasper rockhounding spots does RockHoundR track?+
363 mapped spots across 46 regions in 2 countries. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.
Can I legally collect jasper on public land?+
In the U.S., casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like jasper 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. Rules differ by country and region, so always check with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I identify jasper in the field?+
Field identification of jasper 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 jasper on the map
Open RockHoundR to see these spots on a real map with public land overlays and trip-planning details.
