Camas Creek — Rockhounding in Jefferson County, Idaho
Camas Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Jefferson County, Idaho. Reported finds include topaz, fire opal. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Camas Creek in Jefferson County, Idaho
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Jefferson County
- State
- Idaho
- Nearest road
- 2700N
- Coordinates
- 44.01648, -112.21381
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Camas Creek.
- Spencer Opal MineClark County · 24 mi awayFire Opal
- Crystal ButteFremont County · 32 mi awayAndesine
- Big Lost RiverButte County · 35 mi awayGeodes, Amethyst
- Antelope Creek areaButte County · 71 mi awayGeodes, Quartz, Amethyst
- Empire MineCuster County · 73 mi awayPurple Fluorite
- MackayCuster County · 73 mi awayAzurite, Chalcopyrite, Chrysocolla
- Poison CreekCuster County · 75 mi awayCommon Opal
- Moonlight MineBannock County · 78 mi awayBornite, Chalcocite
Camas Creek FAQ
Where is Camas Creek?+
Camas Creek is in Jefferson County, Idaho, at 44.01648, -112.21381. Nearest road: 2700N.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Camas Creek?+
Camas Creek is reported to produce Topaz, Fire Opal.
Is collecting allowed at Camas 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 Camas Creek?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 44.01648, -112.21381 in Google Maps. The nearest road is 2700N.
