Where to Find Jasper in Iowa
6 mapped jasper rockhounding spots in Iowa, across 5 counties. Jasper is the opaque cousin of agate: silica-cemented, often vividly colored, and tough enough to take a high polish.
Map of 6 jasper rockhounding spots in Iowa
Jasper by county in Iowa
Counties ranked by number of jasper spots in our database.
Every jasper spot in Iowa
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GuttenburgSouth River Park Drive | Clayton County | 42.7723, -91.0940 | Public | |
| DubuqueRiverside Road | Dubuque County | 42.5762, -90.6824 | Public | |
| New LondonJoyce & Ted's Place | Henry County | 40.8799, -91.3906 | Public | |
| BellevueGreat River Road | Jackson County |
| 42.2313, -90.4017 | Public |
| Emmetsburg360th Street | Palo Alto County | 43.1302, -94.7027 | Public | |
| GraettingerRobins Avenue | Palo Alto County | 43.2367, -94.7414 | Public |
Jasper in Iowa FAQ
Where can I find jasper in Iowa?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 jasper spots in Iowa, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Palo Alto County.
Is collecting jasper legal in Iowa?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like jasper is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Iowa, 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 jasper location in Iowa?+
Palo Alto County has the most jasper spots in our database for Iowa. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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