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Rockhounding near Spokane, WA

77 mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Spokane, most inside a 2 to 3 hour drive, 69 of them on public land. Below: every place to go rock hunting, closest first, with what each one produces and its land access.

Covering parts of Washington, Idaho, Montana.

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Every rock collecting spot within 150 miles of Spokane

  • Aerial view of Spokane, WashingtonSpokane, WashingtonSpokane County, Washington · 1 mi awayPublic access
  • Aerial view of Silver HillSilver HillSpokane County, Washington · 8 mi awayPublic access · Cassiterite
  • Aerial view of ChattaroyChattaroySpokane County, Washington · 16 mi awayPublic access · Garnet, Quartz
  • Aerial view of Daybreak MineDaybreak MineSpokane County, Washington · 22 mi awayPublic access · Autunite
  • Aerial view of SettersSettersKootenai County, Idaho · 24 mi awayPermission required · Opal
  • Aerial view of MondoviMondoviLincoln County, Washington · 29 mi awayPublic access · Opal, Fire Opal
  • Aerial view of Deer LakeDeer LakeStevens County, Washington · 32 mi awayPublic access · Pyrite
  • Aerial view of Sacheen LakeSacheen LakePend Oreille County, Washington · 34 mi awayPublic access · Garnet
  • Aerial view of Hayden LakeHayden LakeKootenai County, Idaho · 37 mi awayPublic access · Lead, Silver
  • Aerial view of NewportNewportPend Oreille County, Washington · 41 mi awayPublic access · Amethyst
  • Aerial view of BayviewBayviewBonner County, Idaho · 48 mi awayPublic access · Galena
  • Aerial view of Alder CreekAlder CreekBenewah County, Idaho · 49 mi awayPublic access · Chrysocolla

Most-reported finds near Spokane

Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each material.

Hunting something specific near Spokane?

These materials have enough dedicated spots around Spokane to earn their own page, with distances and a separate map.

Spokane rockhounding FAQ

Where can I go rockhounding near Spokane?+
There are 77 mapped rockhounding spots within about 150 miles of Spokane, Washington. The closest is Spokane, Washington in Spokane County, roughly 1 mile away. Every one is listed on this page, closest first.
What rocks and minerals can you find near Spokane?+
Spots within driving distance of Spokane most commonly produce gold, opalized wood, garnet, quartz, opal, petrified wood.
Is rockhounding legal near Spokane?+
Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Each spot page on this site lists access status; always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Are there free places to rockhound near Spokane?+
69 of the 77 spots here are mapped as public access, with no dig fee. Some sit in parks or forests that charge for parking or day use, so check with the land manager first.
Where can I go gem hunting or crystal digging near Spokane?+
9 of the mapped spots near Spokane report quartz or amethyst. The closest is Chattaroy, about 16 miles out.
How far do most rockhounders drive from Spokane?+
Most weekend trips from Spokane fall inside a 2 to 3 hour drive, which is roughly the 150-mile radius shown on this page. Closer spots are good for half-day outings; the outer ones are better as overnight trips.

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The spots above span 3 states. Open the state page for the full county-by-county view.

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