Agates near Las Vegas, NV
6 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Las Vegas report agate. The closest is Beaver Dam Wash, about 89 miles out (1 hr 52 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 Las Vegas, Nevada
Closest agates spots to Las Vegas
- Beaver Dam WashWashington County, Utah89 mi · 1 hr 52 min driveAgate, Jasper
- Area near Meadow Creek PassMohave County, Arizona103 mi · 2 hr 9 min driveFire Agate, Grape Agate, Chalcedony
- Wingate PassSan Bernardino County, California111 mi · 2 hr 19 min driveSagenite Agate
- Eagle CragsSan Bernardino County, California119 mi · 2 hr 29 min driveBlue Agate, Bentonite, Calcite
- Lead Pipe Spring AreaSan Bernardino County, California124 mi · 2 hr 34 min driveBlue Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Under Burro Creek BridgeMohave County, Arizona147 mi · 3 hr 4 min drivePink Agate
Types of agates reported near Las Vegas
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Blue Agate2
- Agate1
- Fire Agate1
- Grape Agate1
- Pink Agate1
- Sagenite Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Las Vegas
Sorted by distance from Las Vegas. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaver Dam Wash | Washington County | 37.1010, -114.0240 | Public | |
| Area near Meadow Creek Pass | Mohave County |
| 34.8971, -114.1838 | Public |
| Wingate PassWingate Pass Road | San Bernardino County |
| 35.7372, -117.0525 | Public |
| Eagle Crags | San Bernardino County |
| 35.4146, -117.0552 | Public |
| Lead Pipe Spring AreaLead Pipe Spring Road | San Bernardino County |
| 35.4665, -117.1665 | Public |
| Under Burro Creek BridgeBurro Creek Bridge | Mohave County |
| 34.5448, -113.4432 | Public |
Agates near Las Vegas FAQ
Where can I find agates near Las Vegas?+
6 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Las Vegas report agate. The closest is Beaver Dam Wash in Washington County County, roughly 89 miles away (1 hr 52 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Las Vegas?+
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 Las Vegas do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 89 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 147 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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