Cherry Point: Agate & Jasper Rockhounding in Whatcom County, Washington

Updated August 2026

Cherry Point is a mapped rockhounding spot in Whatcom County, Washington. Reported finds include agate, jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Whatcom County
State: Washington
Nearest road: Gulf Road
Postcode: 98248
Coordinates: 48.85648, -122.73184

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

Washington Geological Survey (DNR)
Stonerose Interpretive Center, Visit & rules
BLM Spokane District
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Cherry Point

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Cherry Point FAQ

Where is Cherry Point?+

Cherry Point is in Whatcom County, Washington, at 48.85648, -122.73184. Nearest road: Gulf Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Cherry Point?+

Cherry Point is reported to produce Agate, Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Cherry Point?+

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 Cherry Point?+

Most agate and jasper is surface float: bring a spray bottle, a pick or small shovel, and a sturdy bag. Wet stones show their banding and translucence.

How do I get to Cherry Point?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 48.85648, -122.73184 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Gulf Road.

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