Rockhounding

From the Mojave Desert to the Sierra foothills, discover the top spots in California for finding gold, tourmaline, and jade. Includes tips on collecting rules and best practices.

Colorado is known for topaz, amazonite, and fossils. This guide covers the best areas to collect and what permits are required.

Nevada is a treasure trove of opals, turquoise, and jasper. This guide covers the best locations, rules for collecting, and essential gear for desert rockhounding.

Virginia is home to stunning amethysts and kyanite. Learn where to dig, what tools to bring, and the best times of year to go rockhounding in the state.

Oregon is famous for thundereggs and sunstones. This guide helps you locate the best rockhounding areas and understand local collecting laws.