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Area near Meadow Creek Pass: Fire Agate & Grape Agate Rockhounding in Mohave County, Arizona

Updated June 2026

Meadow Creek Pass belongs to the same western Arizona volcanic-desert collecting belt that gives Mohave County its agate, chalcedony, jasper, and fire-agate reputation. It earns a place because the material suite is broader than a single color of agate, while BLM's Arizona guidance specifically flags fire agate on Kingman Field Office public lands. Reported finds include fire agate, grape agate, chalcedony, jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

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Jasper (GeoDIL number 2520) at Area near Meadow Creek Pass, Mohave County, Arizona

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Mohave County
State: Arizona
Coordinates: 34.89715, -114.18376

Geology at Area near Meadow Creek Pass

This spot sits on surficial deposits, mapped as gravel and sand that formed roughly 4 to 0 million years ago. Gravels like these concentrate whatever survives the river: agate, jasper, and other tough silica typically show up as rounded, waxy stones.

Mapped unit: surficial deposits
Age: 4–0 Ma (Late Pliocene to Middle Pleistocene)
Rock types: gravel and sand
Elevation: 1,820 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Area near Meadow Creek Pass

Best months: October to May. Typical highs run 104°F in midsummer and 62°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 38°F. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, YUCCA 1 NNE station (3 mi away).

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.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Arizona — Recreational Mineral Collecting
Arizona Geological Survey
Arizona State Land Department recreation permits
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Area near Meadow Creek Pass

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Across the state line from Area near Meadow Creek Pass

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Area near Meadow Creek Pass FAQ

Where is Area near Meadow Creek Pass?+

Area near Meadow Creek Pass is in Mohave County, Arizona, at 34.89715, -114.18376.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Area near Meadow Creek Pass?+

Area near Meadow Creek Pass is reported to produce Fire Agate, Grape Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Area near Meadow Creek Pass?+

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.

What tools should I bring to Area near Meadow Creek Pass?+

Most agate and jasper is surface float: bring a spray bottle, a pick or small shovel, and a sturdy bag. Wet stones show their banding and translucence.

When is the best time to visit Area near Meadow Creek Pass?+

The most comfortable months at Area near Meadow Creek Pass are October to May. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

How do I get to Area near Meadow Creek Pass?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 34.89715, -114.18376 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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