Cedar Springs Mt.: Azurite & Chalcolite Rockhounding in Douglas County, Oregon

Updated June 2026

Cedar Springs Mt. is a mapped rockhounding spot in Douglas County, Oregon. Reported finds include azurite, chalcolite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Douglas County
State: Oregon
Nearest road: Cedar Spring Communication Site
Coordinates: 42.76191, -123.12226

Geology at Cedar Springs Mt.

This spot sits on Sexton Mtn. Terrane; Greenback Melange, mapped as dunite, serpentinization: serpentinized, and peridotite that formed roughly 250 to 145 million years ago. Metamorphic rock like this weathers into resistant float, and minerals that survive transport typically concentrate in nearby drainages.

Mapped unit: Sexton Mtn. Terrane; Greenback Melange
Age: 250–145 Ma (Triassic to Jurassic)
Rock types: dunite, serpentinization: serpentinized, and peridotite
Elevation: 5,110 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Cedar Springs Mt.

Best months: April to October. Typical highs run 72°F in midsummer and 39°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 29°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, SEXTON SUMMIT station (17 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Oregon/Washington — Rockhounding & mineral material
Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI)
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department — beach collecting rules
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Cedar Springs Mt.

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Nearby rockhounding spots

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Across the state line from Cedar Springs Mt.

Cedar Springs Mt. is close enough to the Oregon border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Cedar Springs Mt. FAQ

Where is Cedar Springs Mt.?+

Cedar Springs Mt. is in Douglas County, Oregon, at 42.76191, -123.12226. Nearest road: Cedar Spring Communication Site.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Cedar Springs Mt.?+

Cedar Springs Mt. is reported to produce Azurite, Chalcolite.

Is collecting allowed at Cedar Springs Mt.?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Cedar Springs Mt.?+

A rock hammer, gloves, and safety glasses are enough for oxidized copper ground. Look for green and blue staining on weathered rock and in old dump piles.

When is the best time to visit Cedar Springs Mt.?+

The most comfortable months at Cedar Springs Mt. are April to October.

How do I get to Cedar Springs Mt.?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 42.76191, -123.12226 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Cedar Spring Communication Site.

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