Orofino Creek — Rockhounding in Clearwater County, Idaho

Orofino Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Clearwater County, Idaho. Reported finds include gold, sapphire, epidote. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Clearwater County
State: Idaho
Postcode: 83546
Coordinates: 46.49613, -115.83684

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 Orofino Creek

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Orofino Creek FAQ

Where is Orofino Creek?+

Orofino Creek is in Clearwater County, Idaho, at 46.49613, -115.83684.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Orofino Creek?+

Orofino Creek is reported to produce Gold, Sapphire, Epidote.

Is collecting allowed at Orofino Creek?+

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 Orofino Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 46.49613, -115.83684 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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