Agates near Omaha, NE
21 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Omaha report agate. The closest is Omaha, about 22 miles out (28 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 21 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Omaha, Nebraska
Closest agates spots to Omaha
- OmahaDouglas County, Nebraska22 mi · 28 min driveBanded Agate, Moss Agate, Chalcedony
- AshlandSaunders County, Nebraska25 mi · 31 min driveAgate, Petrified Wood
- Red OakMontgomery County, Iowa36 mi · 46 min driveChert, Protozoa Agate
- PalmyraOtoe County, Nebraska45 mi · 56 min driveMoss Agate
- Little Nemaha RiverNemaha County, Nebraska59 mi · 1 hr 14 min driveAgate, Moss Agate, Chalcedony
- Platte CenterButler County, Nebraska73 mi · 1 hr 31 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
Types of agates reported near Omaha
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate14
- Lake Superior Agate4
- Moss Agate4
- Banded Agate2
- Protozoa Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Omaha
Sorted by distance from Omaha. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OmahaTwo Rivers Recreation Road | Douglas County | 41.2254, -96.3586 | Public | |
| AshlandWillow Point Drive | Saunders County | 41.0542, -96.3258 | Public | |
| Red Oak170 Street | Montgomery County |
| 41.0566, -95.2851 | Public |
| PalmyraC Street | Otoe County | 40.7008, -96.3898 | Public | |
| Little Nemaha River | Nemaha County | 40.4043, -95.8280 | Public | |
| Platte Center44 1/2 Road | Butler County | 41.3965, -97.3258 | Public | |
| Nemaha River gravels near HumboldtRailroad Street | Richardson County | 40.1559, -95.9530 | Public | |
| Orient AreaHenry A Wallace Road | Adair County | 41.2473, -94.3538 | Public | |
| FairburyLittle Blue River Trail | Jefferson County | 40.1320, -97.1844 | Public | |
| Steel CityRomeo Road | Jefferson County | 40.0404, -97.0348 | Public | |
| Fullerton | Nance County | 41.3529, -97.9514 | Public | |
| Gentry County | Gentry County | 40.2077, -94.3754 | Public | |
| Big Blue RiverEast Avenue | Marshall County | 39.6910, -96.6546 | Public | |
| Daviess County215th Street | Daviess County | 39.9653, -93.9975 | Public | |
| GallatinPepper Avenue | Daviess County | 39.9193, -93.9405 | Public | |
| NevadaLincoln Highway | Story County | 42.0083, -93.3819 | Public | |
| Emmetsburg360th Street | Palo Alto County | 43.1302, -94.7027 | Public | |
| Concordia | Cloud County | 39.5784, -97.5687 | Public | |
| McLouthWest Lake Street | Jefferson County | 39.1942, -95.2084 | Public | |
| Grundy County | Grundy County | 40.1196, -93.5296 | Public | |
| GraettingerRobins Avenue | Palo Alto County | 43.2367, -94.7414 | Public |
Agates near Omaha FAQ
Where can I find agates near Omaha?+
21 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Omaha report agate. The closest is Omaha in Douglas County County, roughly 22 miles away (28 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Omaha?+
21 of the 21 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 Omaha do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 22 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 150 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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