Where to Find Quartz in Oregon
4 mapped quartz rockhounding spots in Oregon, across 4 counties. Quartz is the most abundant rockhounding mineral in the country. Oregon is one of the most rewarding rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 4 quartz rockhounding spots in Oregon
Quartz by county in Oregon
Counties ranked by number of quartz spots in our database.
Every quartz spot in Oregon
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durkee | Baker County | 44.5618, -117.4225 | Check locally | |
| Althouse CreekBeebe Drive | Josephine County |
| 42.1126, -123.5389 | Check locally |
| Warner CanyonWinnemucca-to-the-Sea Highway | Lake County | 42.2387, -120.3101 | Check locally | |
| Mt. PisgahTrail #6 | Lane County | 44.0057, -122.9645 | Check locally |
Quartz in Oregon FAQ
Where can I find quartz in Oregon?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 quartz spots in Oregon, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Baker County.
Is collecting quartz legal in Oregon?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like quartz is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Oregon, 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 quartz location in Oregon?+
Baker County has the most quartz spots in our database for Oregon. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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