Rockhounding in Idaho County, Idaho
10 mapped rockhounding spots in Idaho County. Most commonly produces gold, corundum, quartz, agate.
Map showing 10 rockhounding spots in Idaho County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Idaho County
Spots in Idaho County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| American RiverForest Service Road 1809 | 45.8412, -115.4153 | Public | |
| Blue Jacket MineBlue Jacket Mine Road | 45.5564, -116.4419 | Public | |
| Clearwater RiverID 13 | 46.1096, -115.9803 | Permission | |
| Grouse CreekSalmon River Trail East | 45.4853, -115.3408 | Permission | |
| OrograndeCrooked River Road | 45.6968, -115.5585 | Public | |
| RigginsUS 95 | 45.4652, -116.3079 | Public | |
| Ruby MeadowsNational Forest Road 364 | 45.2313, -115.8820 | Public | |
| Salmon RiverSalmon River Trail #96 | 45.4632, -115.7870 | Permission | |
| Salmon River (near Riggins)Salmon River Trail #96 | 45.4337, -115.6656 | Public | |
| White BirdLyons Camp Road | 45.7549, -116.3228 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Idaho
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Idaho County. A natural extension if Idaho County is already on your trip plan.
- Adams County~54 mi7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
- Valley County~63 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Arsenopyrite, Blue Topaz
- Clearwater County~66 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Almandine Garnet, Epidote
- Nez Perce County~75 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Aquamarine, Chert
- Lemhi County~92 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Agate, Banded Agate
- Latah County~93 mi5 spotsTop: Biotite, Garnet, Green Beryl
Across the state line from Idaho County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Idaho.
Idaho County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Idaho County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 rockhounding spots in Idaho County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Idaho County?+
Spots in Idaho County most often produce Gold, Corundum, Quartz, Agate, Chabazite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Idaho County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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