Where to Find Malachite in Idaho
4 mapped malachite rockhounding spots in Idaho, across 3 counties. Malachite is bright-green copper carbonate, often found alongside azurite and chrysocolla in oxidized copper ores. Idaho is a star-garnet, opal, and jasper destination.
Map of 4 malachite rockhounding spots in Idaho
Malachite by county in Idaho
Counties ranked by number of malachite spots in our database.
Every malachite spot in Idaho
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams CountyNational Forest Development Road 122 | Adams County | 44.8918, -116.6388 | Public | |
| Seven Devils Mining DistrictNational Forest Development Road 493 | Adams County | 45.1662, -116.6489 | Public | |
| BellevuePoison Creek Road | Blaine County |
| 43.4154, -114.4553 | Public |
| MackayNational Forest Development Road 496 | Custer County | 43.8902, -113.6746 | Public |
Malachite in Idaho FAQ
Where can I find malachite in Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 malachite spots in Idaho, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Adams County.
Is collecting malachite legal in Idaho?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like malachite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Idaho, 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 malachite location in Idaho?+
Adams County has the most malachite spots in our database for Idaho. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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