Crystals near Redding, CA
7 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Redding report crystal. The closest is Golden Jubilee Mine, about 41 miles out (51 min drive).
Most collectable crystals in the field are quartz family: clear rock crystal, amethyst, smoky quartz, and rose quartz from pegmatites, veins, and vugs in host rock.
Map of 7 crystal collecting spots within 150 miles of Redding, California
Closest crystals spots to Redding
- Golden Jubilee MineTrinity County, California41 mi · 51 min driveLimonite, Quartz, Pyrite
- Althouse CreekJosephine County, Oregon121 mi · 2 hr 31 min driveAgate, Garnet, Gold Nugget
- Crissey Field State Recreation SiteCurry County, Oregon136 mi · 2 hr 50 min driveAgate, Red Jasper, Jasper
- Alabama MinePlacer County, California137 mi · 2 hr 51 min driveArgentite, Gold Quartz, Galena
- Dry CreekLake County, Oregon137 mi · 2 hr 51 min driveRed Jasper, Jasper, Quartz
- Social Security Bar - Chetco RiverCurry County, Oregon140 mi · 2 hr 55 min driveQuartz, Jasper, Agate
Types of crystals reported near Redding
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Quartz6
- Gold Quartz1
Every crystal spot within 150 miles of Redding
Sorted by distance from Redding. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Jubilee MineBoulder Lake Road | Trinity County | 41.1006, -122.7836 | Public | |
| Althouse CreekBeebe Drive | Josephine County | 42.1126, -123.5389 | Permission | |
| Crissey Field State Recreation SiteOregon Coast Highway | Curry County | 42.0014, -124.2112 | Public | |
| Alabama MineAlabama Mine Road | Placer County | 38.8446, -121.1575 | Public | |
| Dry CreekNational Forest Development Road 4020 | Lake County | 42.0523, -120.6091 | Check locally | |
| Social Security Bar - Chetco RiverSouth Bank Chetco River Road | Curry County | 42.0640, -124.2298 | Check locally | |
| Alfred Loeb State ParkNorth Bank Chetco River Road | Curry County | 42.1121, -124.1855 | Public |
Crystals near Redding FAQ
Where can I find crystals near Redding?+
7 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Redding report crystal. The closest is Golden Jubilee Mine in Trinity County, roughly 41 miles away (51 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect crystals on public land near Redding?+
4 of the 7 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.
Where do quartz crystals actually form?+
In open pockets: vugs in limestone, gas cavities in volcanic rock, and pockets inside pegmatites. That is why digging productive crystal ground means following a vein or a pocket zone rather than sifting random soil. Loose points in creek beds are pocket material that erosion already freed.
How far from Redding do I need to drive?+
The nearest crystal spot is about 41 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 141 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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