Rockhounding in Kern County, California
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Kern County. Most commonly produces agate, jasper, chalcedony, petrified wood.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Kern County, California
Minerals reported in Kern County
- Agate4
- Jasper3
- Chalcedony2
- Petrified Wood2
- Barite1
- Chert1
- Epidote1
- Fossilized Horse Bones1
Spots in Kern County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Butte FoothillsDenise Avenue | 35.0493, -117.8247 | Public | |
| El Paso MountainsEP170 | 35.4376, -117.8159 | Public | |
| Gem Hill | 34.9249, -118.2218 | Public | |
| Horse Canyon Agate BedsPine Canyon Road |
| 35.1943, -118.2891 | Public |
| Little Acorn MineChaparral Court | 35.7167, -118.5000 | Public | |
| Pine Tree CanyonPine Tree Canyon Road (MK55) | 35.2309, -118.0866 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in California
- San Bernardino County8 spotsTop: Jasper, Blue Agate, Chalcedony
- San Diego County8 spotsTop: Lepidolite, Quartz, Beryl
- Los Angeles County7 spotsTop: Banded Agate, Bloodstone, Chalcedony
- Trinity County7 spotsTop: Jade, Anthophyllite, Chalcedony
- Siskiyou County6 spotsTop: Agate, Petrified Wood, Bloodstone
- Del Norte County5 spotsTop: Agate, Arsenopyrite, Chalcedony
Kern County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Kern County, California?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Kern County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Kern County?+
Spots in Kern County most often produce Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony, Petrified Wood, Barite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Kern County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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