Where to Find Opalized Wood in Idaho
Idaho has 5 mapped collecting spots that report opalized wood, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Ada County County with 1 spot. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 5 opalized wood collecting spots in Idaho
Best counties for opalized wood in Idaho
Ranked by the number of mapped opalized wood spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Ada County1 spot
- Adams County1 spot
- Gooding County1 spot
- Lincoln County1 spot
- Nez Perce County1 spot
Every opalized wood spot we track in Idaho
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ada CountySouth Pleasant Valley Road | Ada County | 43.3845, -116.2326 | Public | |
| MesaApple Lane | Adams County | 44.6303, -116.4591 | Public | |
| Clover Creek1150 South | Gooding County | 43.0331, -114.9582 | Public | |
| Shoshone | Lincoln County | 42.9518, -114.4622 | Public | |
| AgathaBed Rock Road | Nez Perce County | 46.5278, -116.5754 | Public |
Before you go
Read the opalized wood identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Opalized Wood in the encyclopedia.
Opalized Wood in Idaho FAQ
Where can you find opalized wood in Idaho?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Ada County County, Adams County County, and Gooding County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many opalized wood spots are mapped in Idaho?+
5 spots across 5 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 opalized wood 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. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt opalized wood 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.
