Agate & Jasper rockhounding sites in Minnesota

Where to find agates and jasper in the U.S. — Lake Superior beaches, Ellensburg blue, Wyoming Sweetwater fields, Texas Terlingua, Mojave desert beds, and colorful chalcedony shorelines.

34 agate & jasper destinations in Minnesota.

Minnesota’s Lake Superior agate beaches are a classic after-storm hunt. Confirm park rules and use agates near me for distance sorting. Sort live from your phone with Agates near me (GPS), or browse all U.S. agate & jasper rockhounding sites and the Minnesota state page.

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Agate & Jasper collecting in Minnesota

Where to find agates and jasper in the U.S. — Lake Superior beaches, Ellensburg blue, Wyoming Sweetwater fields, Texas Terlingua, Mojave desert beds, and colorful chalcedony shorelines.

We currently document 34 agate & jasper collecting sites in Minnesota. Each listing includes original descriptions, visitor notes, and last-updated dates when available.

What to know before you collect

Agate & Jasper destinations in Minnesota vary widely in access, season, and legality. Some are official recreation areas; others are informal gravel bars. Read the access and safety sections on each listing — never assume collecting is allowed without checking current signage.

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What to pack for agate & jasper hunting

Gravel bars, desert washes, and dry lake beds — compared gear for agate and jasper field days.

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Appleton — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Appleton

Appleton is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Arco Mine — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Arco Mine

Arco Mine is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Agates, Chalcedony, Jasper, Binghamite, Manganese, Iron minerals. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Arrowhead Park — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Arrowhead Park

Arrowhead Park is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Beaver Bay — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Beaver Bay

Beaver Bay is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Thomsonite. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Biwabik — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Biwabik

Biwabik is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Iron minerals, ‘Mary Ellen’ Jasper. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Biwabik (area 2) — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Biwabik (area 2)

Biwabik (area 2) is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Iron minerals, ‘Mary Ellen’ Jasper. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Blue Earth — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Blue Earth

Blue Earth is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Carlton — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Carlton

Carlton is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Garnet, Greenalite, Magnetite, Marcasite, Minnesotaite, Pyrite. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Cloquet — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Cloquet

Cloquet is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Garnet, Greenalite, Magnetite, Marcasite, Minnesotaite, Pyrite. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Cloquet (area 2) — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Cloquet (area 2)

Cloquet (area 2) is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Garnet, Greenalite, Magnetite, Marcasite, Minnesotaite, Pyrite. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Ely — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Ely

Ely is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Jasper, Quartz crystals, Chalcedony. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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French River — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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French River

French River is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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General Area (jasper) — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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General Area (jasper)

General Area (jasper) is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Iron minerals, Jasper. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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General Area (winona) — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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General Area (winona)

General Area (Winona) is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Gull Rock — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Gull Rock

Gull Rock is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Hibbing — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Hibbing

Hibbing is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Kelsey Beach — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Kelsey Beach

Kelsey Beach is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Knife River Beaches — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Knife River Beaches

Knife River beaches is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Lake Superior Agate (polished) — agate rockhounding site near MN, MN

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Lake Superior Agate (polished)

Lake Superior Agate (polished) is a documented rockhounding destination in MN. Collectors visit for agate, jasper, chalcedony and related material. Access rules and land ownership vary — confirm current status with the managing agency or landowner before collecting.

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Lake Superior Agate North Shore — agate rockhounding site near Duluth, MN

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Lake Superior Agate North Shore

Minnesota's North Shore of Lake Superior is legendary for banded agates in basalt cobble beaches from Duluth to Grand Portage.

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Lake Winona — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Lake Winona

Lake Winona is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Little Falls — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Little Falls

Little Falls is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Garnet, Staurolites. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Mankato — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Mankato

Mankato is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Minneapolis — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Minneapolis

Minneapolis is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Montevideo — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Montevideo

Montevideo is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Osseo — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Osseo

Osseo is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Portsmouth Mine — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Portsmouth Mine

Portsmouth Mine is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Agates, Chalcedony, Jasper, Binghamite, Manganese, Iron minerals. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Quarry Island — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Quarry Island

Quarry Island is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Red Wing — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Red Wing

Red Wing is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Rochester — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Rochester

Rochester is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Chalcedony, Fossils. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Rochester (area 2) — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Rochester (area 2)

Rochester (area 2) is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Fossils. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Wabasha — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Wabasha

Wabasha is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Winona — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Winona

Winona is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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Winton — agate rockhounding site near Minnesota, MN

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Winton

Winton is a documented mineral occurrence near MN. Reported specimens include Lake Superior Agate, Evergreen Jasper. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.

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