Ashland: Moss Agate & Opal Rockhounding in Clark County, Kansas

Updated June 2026

Ashland is a mapped rockhounding spot in Clark County, Kansas. Reported finds include moss agate, opal, jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Clark County
State: Kansas
Nearest road: Clark County Lake Road
Coordinates: 37.33467, -99.74205

Geology at Ashland

This spot sits on Alluvium, mapped as sand, silt, and clay that formed within roughly the last 3 million years. Gravels like these concentrate whatever survives the river: agate, jasper, and other tough silica typically show up as rounded, waxy stones.

Mapped unit: Alluvium
Age: 3 Ma to present (Pleistocene to Holocene)
Rock types: sand, silt, and clay
Elevation: 2,130 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 Ashland

Best months: September to June. Typical highs run 95°F in midsummer and 47°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 18°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, ASHLAND station (10 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.

Sources: RockHoundR public spot dataset, app land overlays, and local agency review before each trip.

Found at Ashland

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Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Ashland.

Across the state line from Ashland

Ashland is close enough to the Kansas border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Ashland FAQ

Where is Ashland?+

Ashland is in Clark County, Kansas, at 37.33467, -99.74205. Nearest road: Clark County Lake Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Ashland?+

Ashland is reported to produce Moss Agate, Opal, Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Ashland?+

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 Ashland?+

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 Ashland?+

The most comfortable months at Ashland are September to June. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

How do I get to Ashland?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 37.33467, -99.74205 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Clark County Lake Road.

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