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New Meadows (rhodonite area): Rhodonite Rockhounding in Adams County, Idaho

Updated June 2026

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

Map showing New Meadows (rhodonite area) in Adams County, Idaho

Quick details

Access
Public area
State
Idaho
Nearest road
South End Road
Postcode
83654

Geology at New Meadows (rhodonite area)

This spot sits on Grande Ronde Basalt, mapped as basalt that formed roughly 23 to 5 million years ago. Volcanic ground like this weathers into rocky slopes and float, and fresh exposures in cuts and drainages are usually the most productive places to look.

Mapped unit
Grande Ronde Basalt
Age
23–5 Ma (Miocene)
Rock types
basalt
Elevation
4,150 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 New Meadows (rhodonite area)

Best months: April to October. Typical highs run 84°F in midsummer and 29°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 8°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, NEW MEADOWS RS station (3 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

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:

Found at New Meadows (rhodonite area)

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Across the state line from New Meadows (rhodonite area)

New Meadows (rhodonite area) is close enough to the Idaho border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

New Meadows (rhodonite area) FAQ

Where is New Meadows (rhodonite area)?+
New Meadows (rhodonite area) is in Adams County, Idaho, at 44.92705, -116.28094. Nearest road: South End Road.
What rocks and minerals can you find at New Meadows (rhodonite area)?+
New Meadows (rhodonite area) is reported to produce Rhodonite.
Is collecting allowed at New Meadows (rhodonite area)?+
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 New Meadows (rhodonite area)?+
A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, safety glasses, and a collecting bag cover the basics here. Add a spray bottle: wet rock shows color and pattern that dry rock hides.
When is the best time to visit New Meadows (rhodonite area)?+
The most comfortable months at New Meadows (rhodonite area) are April to October.
How do I get to New Meadows (rhodonite area)?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 44.92705, -116.28094 in Google Maps. The nearest road is South End Road.

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