Where to Find Silver in Idaho
4 mapped silver rockhounding spots in Idaho, across 4 counties. Native silver and silver-bearing minerals turn up in old mining-district dumps in Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, and Michigan. Idaho is a star-garnet, opal, and jasper destination.
Map of 4 silver rockhounding spots in Idaho
Silver by county in Idaho
Counties ranked by number of silver spots in our database.
Every silver spot in Idaho
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Silver MinesUsfs 384J | Boise County | 44.0189, -115.5327 | Public | |
| Tungsten Hill MinePacific Northwest Trail | Boundary County | 48.8996, -116.2758 | Public | |
| Hayden LakeForest Service Road 206 | Kootenai County | 47.8230, -116.6584 | Public | |
| Shoshone CountyBig Creek Road | Shoshone County | 47.5022, -116.0711 | Public |
Silver in Idaho FAQ
Where can I find silver in Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 silver spots in Idaho, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Boise County.
Is collecting silver legal in Idaho?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like silver 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 silver location in Idaho?+
Boise County has the most silver spots in our database for Idaho. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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