Agates near Redding, CA
25 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Redding report agate. The closest is Jenny Creek, about 96 miles out (2 hr 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 25 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Redding, California
Closest agates spots to Redding
- Jenny CreekSiskiyou County, California96 mi · 2 hr driveAgate, Carnelian, Petrified Wood
- Agate Area (Klamath River)Siskiyou County, California98 mi · 2 hr 2 min driveAgate, Bloodstone, Jasper
- Agate BeachHumboldt County, California99 mi · 2 hr 4 min driveAgate, Jasper, Brecciated Jasper
- Green Springs Mt.Jackson County, Oregon107 mi · 2 hr 14 min driveAgate Nodule, Carnelian, Chalcedony
- Streams around Oregon CavesJosephine County, Oregon118 mi · 2 hr 27 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Gold
- Althouse CreekJosephine County, Oregon121 mi · 2 hr 31 min driveAgate, Garnet, Gold Nugget
Types of agates reported near Redding
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate23
- Agate Nodule1
- Moss Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Redding
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Agates near Redding FAQ
Where can I find agates near Redding?+
25 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Redding report agate. The closest is Jenny Creek in Siskiyou County, roughly 96 miles away (2 hr drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Redding?+
18 of the 25 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 Redding do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 96 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 150 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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