Where to Find Jasper in Kentucky
4 mapped jasper rockhounding spots in Kentucky, across 3 counties. Jasper is the opaque cousin of agate: silica-cemented, often vividly colored, and tough enough to take a high polish.
Map of 4 jasper rockhounding spots in Kentucky
Jasper by county in Kentucky
Counties ranked by number of jasper spots in our database.
Every jasper spot in Kentucky
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graves CountyKY 121 | Graves County | 36.6705, -88.5417 | Public | |
| EddyvillePort Authority Road | Lyon County | 37.0725, -88.0574 | Public | |
| Kentucky LakeForest Service Road 111-A | Lyon County | 36.9374, -88.1699 | Public | |
| Mount VernonHansford Road | Rockcastle County | 37.4449, -84.3227 | Public |
Jasper in Kentucky FAQ
Where can I find jasper in Kentucky?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 jasper spots in Kentucky, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lyon County.
Is collecting jasper legal in Kentucky?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like jasper is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Kentucky, 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 Kentucky?+
Lyon County has the most jasper spots in our database for Kentucky. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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