Gold near Kennewick, WA
10 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Kennewick report gold. The closest is Snake River, about 82 miles out (1 hr 42 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 10 gold collecting spots within 150 miles of Kennewick, Washington
Closest gold spots to Kennewick
- Snake RiverGarfield County, Washington82 mi · 1 hr 42 min driveGold
- Snake RiverAsotin County, Washington95 mi · 1 hr 58 min driveGold
- ClarkstonAsotin County, Washington98 mi · 2 hr 3 min driveGold
- LibertyKittitas County, Washington102 mi · 2 hr 7 min driveGold
- LewistonNez Perce County, Idaho106 mi · 2 hr 12 min driveAgate, Aquamarine, Garnet
- Orofino Mine areaGrant County, Oregon106 mi · 2 hr 13 min driveAgate, Jasper, Gold
Every gold spot within 150 miles of Kennewick
Sorted by distance from Kennewick. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snake River | Garfield County | 46.6766, -117.5607 | Public | |
| Snake RiverUS Highway 12 | Asotin County | 46.4196, -117.1766 | Public | |
| ClarkstonEvans Road | Asotin County | 46.4033, -117.1028 | Public | |
| LibertyForest Road 9718-801 | Kittitas County | 47.2697, -120.6316 | Public | |
| LewistonEaton Road | Nez Perce County | 46.4532, -116.9446 | Public | |
| Orofino Mine areaForest Road 100 | Grant County | 44.7479, -118.4768 | Permission | |
| American RiverState Route 410 | Yakima County | 46.9767, -121.1788 | Public | |
| Columbia RiverHidden Lane | Chelan County | 47.8695, -119.9122 | Public | |
| Nespelem to Coulee DamStagecoach Rd | Douglas County | 48.0395, -118.9824 | Permission | |
| White BirdLyons Camp Road | Idaho County | 45.7549, -116.3228 | Public |
Gold near Kennewick FAQ
Where can I find gold near Kennewick?+
10 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Kennewick report gold. The closest is Snake River in Garfield County, roughly 82 miles away (1 hr 42 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect gold on public land near Kennewick?+
8 of the 10 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 Kennewick do I need to drive?+
The nearest gold spot is about 82 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 139 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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