Agates near Jackson, TN
11 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Jackson report agate. The closest is Memphis, about 63 miles out (1 hr 19 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 11 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Jackson, Tennessee
Closest agates spots to Jackson
- MemphisTipton County, Tennessee63 mi · 1 hr 19 min driveLake Superior Agate, Agatized Fossils
- Graves CountyGraves County, Kentucky75 mi · 1 hr 33 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Chert
- DexterNew Madrid County, Missouri94 mi · 1 hr 58 min driveChert, Blue Agate, Gray Agate
- Mississippi RiverTunica County, Mississippi109 mi · 2 hr 16 min driveAgate, Fossils
- EddyvilleLyon County, Kentucky109 mi · 2 hr 16 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- FayvilleAlexander County, Illinois115 mi · 2 hr 24 min driveAgate, Jasper, Diamond
Types of agates reported near Jackson
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate8
- Blue Agate1
- Gray Agate1
- Horse Mountain Agate1
- Lake Superior Agate1
- Pink Agate1
- White Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Jackson
Sorted by distance from Jackson. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MemphisTN 59 | Tipton County |
| 35.5114, -89.9334 | Public |
| Graves CountyKY 121 | Graves County | 36.6705, -88.5417 | Public | |
| DexterMO D | New Madrid County |
| 36.6143, -89.9624 | Public |
| Mississippi River | Tunica County | 34.7981, -90.4558 | Public | |
| EddyvillePort Authority Road | Lyon County | 37.0725, -88.0574 | Public | |
| FayvilleThebes Road | Alexander County | 37.1986, -89.4522 | Public | |
| ThebesOld Route 3 | Alexander County | 37.2393, -89.4422 | Public | |
| Marble Hill E General AreaCounty Road 402 | Bollinger County | 37.2821, -89.9233 | Public | |
| Cape Girardeau CountyClark Street | Cape Girardeau County | 37.3888, -89.6517 | Public | |
| Horse MountainTuliptree Road | Bedford County |
| 35.5130, -86.4200 | Public |
| MurfreesboroMiddle Tennessee Boulevard | Rutherford County | 35.8552, -86.3704 | Public |
Agates near Jackson FAQ
Where can I find agates near Jackson?+
11 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Jackson report agate. The closest is Memphis in Tipton County County, roughly 63 miles away (1 hr 19 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Jackson?+
11 of the 11 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 Jackson do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 63 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 138 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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