Large area btwn Camden and Chester: Petrified Palm Wood Rockhounding in Polk County, Texas

Updated June 2026

Large area btwn Camden and Chester is a mapped rockhounding spot in Polk County, Texas. Reported finds include petrified palm wood. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Polk County
State: Texas
Coordinates: 30.91554, -94.65480

Geology at Large area btwn Camden and Chester

This spot sits on Fleming Formation, mapped as clay and sandstone that formed roughly 23 to 5 million years ago. Petrified wood typically travels as tough float, and worked gravels like these are exactly where weathered pieces tend to collect.

Mapped unit: Fleming Formation
Age: 23–5 Ma (Miocene)
Rock types: clay and sandstone
Elevation: 250 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 Large area btwn Camden and Chester

Best months: September to May. Typical highs run 94°F in midsummer and 61°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 40°F. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, LIVINGSTON 2 NNE station (20 mi away).

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

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Bureau of Economic Geology — Texas geology
Big Bend National Park — Rules
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Large area btwn Camden and Chester

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Across the state line from Large area btwn Camden and Chester

Large area btwn Camden and Chester is close enough to the Texas border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

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Large area btwn Camden and Chester FAQ

Where is Large area btwn Camden and Chester?+

Large area btwn Camden and Chester is in Polk County, Texas, at 30.91554, -94.65480.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Large area btwn Camden and Chester?+

Large area btwn Camden and Chester is reported to produce Petrified Palm Wood.

Is collecting allowed at Large area btwn Camden and Chester?+

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 Large area btwn Camden and Chester?+

A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, and a padded bag cover petrified wood hunting. Most pieces are surface float, so walking slopes and washes beats digging.

When is the best time to visit Large area btwn Camden and Chester?+

The most comfortable months at Large area btwn Camden and Chester are September to May. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

How do I get to Large area btwn Camden and Chester?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 30.91554, -94.65480 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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