Where to Find Opal in Idaho
Idaho has 6 mapped collecting spots that report opal, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Gem County County with 1 spot. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 6 opal collecting spots in Idaho
Best counties for opal in Idaho
Ranked by the number of mapped opal spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Gem County1 spot
- Kootenai County1 spot
- Latah County1 spot
- Lemhi County1 spot
- Nez Perce County1 spot
- Valley County1 spot
Every opal spot we track in Idaho
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EmmettPayette Riverwalk Trail | Gem County |
| 43.8775, -116.5183 | Public |
| Setters | Kootenai County | 47.4681, -116.9883 | Public | |
| Moscow | Latah County | 46.7927, -117.0395 | Public | |
| Panther Creek | Lemhi County | 45.0953, -114.2304 | Public | |
| AgathaBed Rock Road | Nez Perce County | 46.5278, -116.5754 | Public | |
| Yellow PineStibnite Road | Valley County | 44.9646, -115.4788 | Public |
Before you go
Read the opal identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Opal in the encyclopedia.
Opal in Idaho FAQ
Where can you find opal in Idaho?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Gem County County, Kootenai County County, and Latah County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many opal spots are mapped in Idaho?+
6 spots across 6 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect opal in Idaho?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt opal in Idaho with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
