Gold near Eugene, OR
6 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Eugene report gold. The closest is Old Mines, about 106 miles out (2 hr 12 min drive).
Recreational gold collecting means panning placer gravels where moving water has concentrated heavy flakes and the occasional nugget, or working the dumps of historic lode districts.
Map of 6 gold collecting spots within 150 miles of Eugene, Oregon
Closest gold spots to Eugene
- Old MinesJosephine County, Oregon106 mi · 2 hr 12 min driveArsenopyrite, Azurite, Calcite
- CamasClark County, Washington110 mi · 2 hr 17 min driveGold
- Brush PrairieClark County, Washington119 mi · 2 hr 28 min driveGold
- Streams around Oregon CavesJosephine County, Oregon135 mi · 2 hr 49 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Gold
- Althouse CreekJosephine County, Oregon136 mi · 2 hr 50 min driveAgate, Garnet, Gold Nugget
- Shelly Creek & Monkey Creek MinesDel Norte County, California149 mi · 3 hr 6 min driveGold, Arsenopyrite
Types of gold reported near Eugene
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Gold5
- Gold Nugget1
Every gold spot within 150 miles of Eugene
Sorted by distance from Eugene. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old MinesGalice Road | Josephine County | 42.5693, -123.5953 | Permission | |
| CamasSouthwest 6th Avenue | Clark County | 45.5760, -122.4375 | Public | |
| Brush PrairieNortheast 149th Street | Clark County | 45.7312, -122.5729 | Public | |
| Streams around Oregon CavesCaves Highway | Josephine County | 42.1077, -123.4085 | Permission | |
| Althouse CreekBeebe Drive | Josephine County |
| 42.1126, -123.5389 | Permission |
| Shelly Creek & Monkey Creek MinesForest Route 18N17 | Del Norte County | 41.9618, -123.8020 | Public |
Gold near Eugene FAQ
Where can I find gold near Eugene?+
6 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Eugene report gold. The closest is Old Mines in Josephine County County, roughly 106 miles away (2 hr 12 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect gold on public land near Eugene?+
3 of the 6 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.
Do I need a permit to pan for gold?+
Hand panning is generally allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land that is not under an active mining claim, with no permit needed for pans and hand tools. Sluices and dredges fall under state rules and often do need permits. Check claim maps before working a creek: panning someone's claim is theft.
How far from Eugene do I need to drive?+
The nearest gold spot is about 106 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 149 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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