Geodes near Portland, OR
13 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Portland report geode. The closest is Toledo, about 65 miles out (1 hr 21 min drive).
Geodes are hollow, roughly spherical rocks lined with crystals, most often quartz, amethyst, or calcite. They weather out of limestone and volcanic host rock and concentrate in creek gravels and hillside float.
Map of 13 geode collecting spots within 150 miles of Portland, Oregon
Closest geodes spots to Portland
- ToledoLewis County, Washington65 mi · 1 hr 21 min driveGeode, Nodules
- Newaukum River gravelsLewis County, Washington76 mi · 1 hr 35 min driveGeode, Nodules
- Lucas CreekLewis County, Washington78 mi · 1 hr 37 min driveAgate, Carnelian, Chalcedony
- Pe EllLewis County, Washington79 mi · 1 hr 39 min driveAgate, Carnelian, Chalcedony
- Calapooia River & Ames CreekLinn County, Oregon81 mi · 1 hr 41 min driveBanded Agate, Geode, Silicified Wood
- DotyLewis County, Washington83 mi · 1 hr 44 min driveAgate, Carnelian, Chalcedony
Types of geodes reported near Portland
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Geode12
- Chalcedony Geode1
Every geode spot within 150 miles of Portland
Sorted by distance from Portland. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ToledoSaint Helens Street | Lewis County |
| 46.4428, -122.8434 | Public |
| Newaukum River gravelsTaylor Road South | Lewis County |
| 46.6076, -122.8613 | Public |
| Lucas CreekSenn Road | Lewis County | 46.6389, -122.7723 | Public | |
| Pe EllJones Road | Lewis County | 46.5737, -123.3035 | Public | |
| Calapooia River & Ames CreekHalsey-Sweet Home Highway | Linn County | 44.3514, -122.7890 | Public | |
| DotyDoty Street | Lewis County | 46.6425, -123.2800 | Public | |
| CentraliaEast Carson Street | Lewis County | 46.7461, -122.9415 | Public | |
| WillowdaleThe Dalles-California Highway | Jefferson County | 44.8038, -120.9424 | Permission | |
| AntelopeAntelope Highway | Wasco County | 44.9081, -120.7385 | Permission | |
| AshwoodNortheast Trout Creek Road | Jefferson County | 44.7358, -120.7542 | Permission | |
| Beach Area YachatsYachats Ocean Road | Lincoln County | 44.3067, -124.1045 | Public | |
| Middle Fork Teanaway RiverMiddle Fork Teanaway Road | Kittitas County |
| 47.2971, -120.9623 | Public |
| Ellensburg | Kittitas County | 47.0893, -120.5178 | Public |
Geodes near Portland FAQ
Where can I find geodes near Portland?+
13 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Portland report geode. The closest is Toledo in Lewis County County, roughly 65 miles away (1 hr 21 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect geodes on public land near Portland?+
10 of the 13 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.
How do I know if a rock is a geode before cracking it open?+
Candidates are rounder and lighter than solid rocks of the same size, with a bumpy cauliflower surface. Shake one next to your ear: loose crystals sometimes rattle. The only sure test is opening it with a cross-peen hammer or a soil pipe cutter, which gives cleaner halves than a flat smash.
How far from Portland do I need to drive?+
The nearest geode spot is about 65 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 150 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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