Washington state rocks and minerals

Aa must-read for anyone interested in exploring Washington State's geological wonders. From the rugged Cascade Mountains to the glacial valleys of the Olympic Peninsula, we've got you covered with insider tips on where to find the best rocks, minerals, and fossils. Get ready to uncover Washington's hidden gems with our ultimate guide to rockhounding.

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PRICES MAY VARY. Get this must-have guide for Washington and Oregon, featuring full-color photographs and information to help you identify rocks and minerals. Identify and collect rocks and minerals with the perfect guide to the Pacific Northwest! With this famous field guide by Dan R. Lynch and Bob Lynch, field identification is simple and informative. The book features comprehensive entries for 124 rocks and minerals, from common rocks to rare finds. That means you’re more likely to…

Master Washington rock identification with our easy-to-follow guide, featuring clear photos and helpful tips for recognizing Washington's geological wonders. Vanadinite photo provided by Mineral kingdom

There are many excellent places to go rockhounding in Washington. Here is a list of 10 of the best rockhounding areas in Washington state.

OK, so I know I have been rather remiss in my postings. I have been out rockhunting, but just haven't had the time to post anything lately. ...

Vesicles, vugs, and amygdules | Some Meteorite Information | Washington University in St. Louis

Minerals of Wenatchee Ridge, Chelan County, Washington, USA

Oligocene petrified wood. Image courtesy of Jim Pruske, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Washington has an extraordinary variety of rocks and fossils. Collectors have the opportunity to find beautiful agates, amethysts, garnets, jaspers, opals, and even the occasional nugget of gold. Our state also has a plethora of fossils including crinoids, clams, trilobites,

If a rock has a lot of vesicles, then it is not a meteorite | Some Meteorite Information | Washington University in St. Louis

Minerals of Cadman High Rock Quarry, Snohomish County, Washington, USA

If you're looking for the best gem mining places in Washington, we've got you covered. Here are our favorite places to do beginner or expert-level gem hunting.

Use a smartphone or GPS device to navigate to the provided coordinates. Look for a regular hidden container. When you find it, write your name and date in the logbook. If you take something from the container, leave something in exchange. The terrain is 3.5 and difficulty is 2 (out of 5).

We looked in different areas of Washington to find incredible rocks and minerals and compiled the best spots for rockhounding! Try these first.

Rockhounding Maps has easy-to-use maps for your next crystal and mineral dig. Find your state and choose your favorite crystal to dig for. Happy hunting.

I used to look for agates as a kid. Now my brother and I are taking his kids. We literally know nothing yet, but, we are learning.

From southern Mount Hood to Gingko Petrified Forest, learn the sweetest geode digging sites scattered around the Evergreen State. Get maps and directions to productive public access locations like Red Top Mountain and Saddle Mountain among other hotspots. With photos of exceptional finds, a breakdown of Washington's canyon, desert and riverside geode hunting areas, and tips on how to locate, crack open and polish discoveries, uncover some of North America’s most dazzling geodes!

Rocks That Look Like Impact Breccias But Are Not | Some Meteorite Information | Washington University in St. Louis

The state of Washington is among the best places for rockhounding. It is filled with all kinds of geologic activity from petrified forests, glaciers, giant lava flows, caverns, active volcanoes, and caves. If you ever wondered where to go rockhounding in Washington state, practically everywhere is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. #RockhoundingWA #WashingtonRocks #GemHunting #PNWAdventures