New Meadows — Rockhounding in Adams County, Idaho

New Meadows is a mapped rockhounding spot in Adams County, Idaho. Reported finds include rhodonite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Adams County
State: Idaho
Coordinates: 44.92112, -116.31066

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at New Meadows

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Rhodonite

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New Meadows FAQ

Where is New Meadows?+

New Meadows is in Adams County, Idaho, at 44.92112, -116.31066.

What rocks and minerals can you find at New Meadows?+

New Meadows is reported to produce Rhodonite.

Is collecting allowed at New Meadows?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to New Meadows?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 44.92112, -116.31066 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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