Sappho — Rockhounding in Clallam County, Washington

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

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Clallam County
State: Washington
Nearest road: Rixon Road
Postcode: 98305
Coordinates: 48.07065, -124.28603

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.

Found at Sappho

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Agate
Orbicular Jasper

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Sappho FAQ

Where is Sappho?+

Sappho is in Clallam County, Washington, at 48.07065, -124.28603. Nearest road: Rixon Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Sappho?+

Sappho is reported to produce Agate, Orbicular Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Sappho?+

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.

How do I get to Sappho?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 48.07065, -124.28603 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Rixon Road.

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