Ringold — Rockhounding in Franklin County, Washington
Ringold is a mapped rockhounding spot in Franklin County, Washington. Reported finds include agate. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Ringold in Franklin County, Washington
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Franklin County
- State
- Washington
- Nearest road
- Ringold River Road
- Coordinates
- 46.48845, -119.24857
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Ringold.
- Rattlesnake Mt.Benton County · 19 mi awayPetrified Wood, Opalized Wood
- MattawaGrant County · 35 mi awayOpalized Wood
- Cairn Hope PeakYakima County · 35 mi awayPetrified Wood, Opalized Wood
- Horse Heaven HillsBenton County · 38 mi awayOpalized Wood
- Columbia RiverKittitas County · 41 mi awayOpalized Wood, Petrified Wood
- MabtonYakima County · 42 mi awayPetrified Wood, Opalized Wood
- Petrified Forest State ParkKittitas County · 48 mi awayOpalized Wood, Petrified Wood
- BickletonKlickitat County · 69 mi awayAgate, Carnelian, Jasper
Ringold FAQ
Where is Ringold?+
Ringold is in Franklin County, Washington, at 46.48845, -119.24857. Nearest road: Ringold River Road.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Ringold?+
Ringold is reported to produce Agate.
Is collecting allowed at Ringold?+
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 Ringold?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 46.48845, -119.24857 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Ringold River Road.
