Where to Find Moonstone in California
3 mapped moonstone rockhounding spots in California, across 3 counties. Moonstone is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. California offers a remarkable spread, from gold-bearing rivers in the Mother Lode to jade beaches on the central coast and the agate-and-jasper hills of the Mojave.
Map of 3 moonstone rockhounding spots in California
Moonstone by county in California
Counties ranked by number of moonstone spots in our database.
Every moonstone spot in California
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent City BeachesNorth Pebble Beach Drive | Del Norte County | 41.7650, -124.2309 | Public | |
| Area Near Redondo BeachSouth Bay Bike Path | Los Angeles County | 33.8828, -118.4125 | Public | |
| San Simeon BeachesCabrillo Highway | San Luis Obispo County | 35.6421, -121.1833 | Public |
Moonstone in California FAQ
Where can I find moonstone in California?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 moonstone spots in California, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Del Norte County.
Is collecting moonstone legal in California?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like moonstone is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in California, 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 moonstone location in California?+
Del Norte County has the most moonstone spots in our database for California. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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