Columbia River shore — Rockhounding in Columbia County, Oregon

Columbia River shore is a mapped rockhounding spot in Columbia County, Oregon. Reported finds include thomsonite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Check locally
County: Columbia County
State: Oregon
Nearest road: Northwest Reeder Road
Postcode: 97053
Coordinates: 45.79934, -122.79258

Land & collecting status

Confirm rules before collecting

Land status here is not confirmed. Verify with the managing agency before collecting — federal, state, and tribal rules differ.

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 Columbia River shore

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Thomsonite

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Columbia River shore FAQ

Where is Columbia River shore?+

Columbia River shore is in Columbia County, Oregon, at 45.79934, -122.79258. Nearest road: Northwest Reeder Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Columbia River shore?+

Columbia River shore is reported to produce Thomsonite.

Is collecting allowed at Columbia River shore?+

Confirm rules before collecting. Land status here is not confirmed. Verify with the managing agency before collecting — federal, state, and tribal rules differ. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Columbia River shore?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 45.79934, -122.79258 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Northwest Reeder Road.

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