Rockhounding in Okanogan County, Washington
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Okanogan County. Most commonly produces gold, quartz, blue corundum, chalcopyrite.
Okanogan County rockhounding photos
Representative spot and material photos from this county, shown where verified public image records are available.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Okanogan County, Washington
Minerals reported in Okanogan County
Standout in Okanogan County
Hand-picked spot in Okanogan County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.
Spots in Okanogan County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral PeakBoundary Trail | 48.9899, -120.1780 | Permission | |
| Lyman LakeNational Forest Development Road 500 | 48.5273, -119.0236 | Public | |
| Mary Ann CreekMary Ann Creek Road | 48.9398, -119.0981 | Public | |
| MethowVintin Road | 48.2649, -120.0566 | Public | |
| Osoyoos LakeUS 97 | 48.9635, -119.4515 | Public | |
| Tunk CreekKeystone Road | 48.5615, -119.4866 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Washington
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Okanogan County. A natural extension if Okanogan County is already on your trip plan.
- Douglas County~64 mi4 spotsTop: Common Opal, Gold, Jadeite
- Stevens County~83 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Gold, Pyrite
- Pend Oreille County~107 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Garnet, Smithsonite
- Snohomish County~110 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenic, Arsenopyrite
- Kittitas County~117 mi8 spotsTop: Agate, Opalized Wood, Petrified Wood
- Spokane County~121 mi4 spotsTop: Autunite, Cassiterite, Garnet
Okanogan County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Okanogan County, Washington?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Okanogan County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Okanogan County?+
Spots in Okanogan County most often produce Gold, Quartz, Blue Corundum, Chalcopyrite, Copper. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Okanogan County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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