Agates near Rawlins, WY
26 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Rawlins report agate. The closest is Fremont County, about 40 miles out (49 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 26 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Rawlins, Wyoming
Closest agates spots to Rawlins
- Fremont CountyFremont County, Wyoming40 mi · 49 min driveSweetwater Agate, Nephrite Jade, Jade
- WamsutterSweetwater County, Wyoming43 mi · 53 min driveTurritella Agate
- Green MountainFremont County, Wyoming46 mi · 58 min driveBanded Agate, Moss Agate, Aventurine
- Sweetwater RiverNatrona County, Wyoming48 mi · 1 hr driveSweetwater Agate
- Red DesertSweetwater County, Wyoming54 mi · 1 hr 7 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Chert
- Sage Hen CreekFremont County, Wyoming57 mi · 1 hr 12 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
Types of agates reported near Rawlins
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate18
- Moss Agate4
- Sweetwater Agate3
- Turritella Agate3
- Banded Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Rawlins
Sorted by distance from Rawlins. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
Agates near Rawlins FAQ
Where can I find agates near Rawlins?+
26 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Rawlins report agate. The closest is Fremont County in Fremont County County, roughly 40 miles away (49 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Rawlins?+
25 of the 26 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 Rawlins do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 40 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 140 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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