Agates near Bellingham, WA
13 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Bellingham report agate. The closest is Dungeness, about 52 miles out (1 hr 5 min drive).
Agates are banded chalcedony nodules that survive long after their volcanic host rock rots away, which is why they concentrate in gravel bars, beaches, and glacial deposits far from where they formed.
Map of 13 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Bellingham, Washington
Closest agates spots to Bellingham
- DungenessClallam County, Washington52 mi · 1 hr 5 min driveAgate, Orbicular Jasper
- Crescent BeachClallam County, Washington70 mi · 1 hr 27 min driveAgate, Chert, Jasper
- SapphoClallam County, Washington95 mi · 1 hr 59 min driveAgate, Orbicular Jasper
- Sol Duc RiverClallam County, Washington108 mi · 2 hr 16 min driveAgate, Chert, Jasper
- La PushClallam County, Washington115 mi · 2 hr 24 min driveAgate, Jasper
- KalalochJefferson County, Washington118 mi · 2 hr 27 min driveAgate, Jasper
Types of agates reported near Bellingham
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate12
- Blue Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Bellingham
Sorted by distance from Bellingham. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DungenessDungeness Levee Setback Foot Path | Clallam County |
| 48.1393, -123.1339 | Public |
| Crescent BeachCrescent Beach Road | Clallam County | 48.1612, -123.7094 | Public | |
| SapphoRixon Road | Clallam County |
| 48.0706, -124.2860 | Public |
| Sol Duc River | Clallam County | 47.9347, -124.4960 | Public | |
| La PushOcean Front Drive | Clallam County | 47.9050, -124.6349 | Public | |
| KalalochKalaloch Beaches | Jefferson County | 47.6077, -124.3752 | Permission | |
| QueetsSouth Kalaloch Beach | Jefferson County | 47.5399, -124.3561 | Public | |
| Middle Fork Teanaway RiverMiddle Fork Teanaway Road | Kittitas County |
| 47.2971, -120.9623 | Public |
| Cle ElumDeer Creek Road | Kittitas County |
| 47.2055, -120.9354 | Public |
| Moclips | Grays Harbor County | 47.2699, -124.2308 | Public | |
| LibertyForest Road 9718-118 | Kittitas County |
| 47.2727, -120.6337 | Public |
| CentraliaEast Carson Street | Lewis County | 46.7461, -122.9415 | Public | |
| Lucas CreekSenn Road | Lewis County | 46.6389, -122.7723 | Public |
Agates near Bellingham FAQ
Where can I find agates near Bellingham?+
13 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Bellingham report agate. The closest is Dungeness in Clallam County County, roughly 52 miles away (1 hr 5 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Bellingham?+
12 of the 13 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
What is the fastest way to spot an agate in a gravel bed?+
Look for waxy luster and translucence rather than color. Wet the stone or look right after rain: agate glows softly at thin edges when backlit, while jasper and chert stay opaque. Banding clinches it but is often hidden until the stone is cracked or tumbled.
How far from Bellingham do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 52 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 147 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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