Agates near Evansville, IN
6 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Evansville report agate. The closest is Eddyville, about 68 miles out (1 hr 24 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 6 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Evansville, Indiana
Closest agates spots to Evansville
- EddyvilleLyon County, Kentucky68 mi · 1 hr 24 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Graves CountyGraves County, Kentucky105 mi · 2 hr 11 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Chert
- ThebesAlexander County, Illinois114 mi · 2 hr 23 min driveAgate, Jasper
- FayvilleAlexander County, Illinois116 mi · 2 hr 25 min driveAgate, Jasper, Diamond
- Cape Girardeau CountyCape Girardeau County, Missouri121 mi · 2 hr 31 min driveAgate, Petrified Wood
- Marble Hill E General AreaBollinger County, Missouri137 mi · 2 hr 52 min driveAgate, Petrified Wood
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Evansville
Sorted by distance from Evansville. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EddyvillePort Authority Road | Lyon County | 37.0725, -88.0574 | Public | |
| Graves CountyKY 121 | Graves County | 36.6705, -88.5417 | Public | |
| ThebesOld Route 3 | Alexander County | 37.2393, -89.4422 | Public | |
| FayvilleThebes Road | Alexander County | 37.1986, -89.4522 | Public | |
| Cape Girardeau CountyClark Street | Cape Girardeau County | 37.3888, -89.6517 | Public | |
| Marble Hill E General AreaCounty Road 402 | Bollinger County | 37.2821, -89.9233 | Public |
Agates near Evansville FAQ
Where can I find agates near Evansville?+
6 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Evansville report agate. The closest is Eddyville in Lyon County County, roughly 68 miles away (1 hr 24 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Evansville?+
6 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.
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 Evansville do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 68 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 137 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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