AgateOR
Mt. Pisgah
Mt. Pisgah is a documented mineral occurrence near OR. Reported specimens include Agate, Calcite, Heulandite, Jasper, Malachite, Mesolite, Quartz crystals. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
View detailsRockhounding sites near Eugene
24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 100 miles of Eugene, Oregon.
This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Eugene, Oregon, sorted by distance within about 100 miles.
Where can you collect near Eugene?
Near Eugene, Oregon, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 100 miles of the city center — including 2 agate & jaspers, 10 gold & mineralss, and 12 others. The closest mapped spot is Mt. Pisgah (6.9 mi straight-line). Distances are not drive time; open each listing for directions, fee notes, access rules, and safety context before you travel.
At a glance — rockhounding sites near Eugene
| Central place | Eugene, Oregon |
|---|---|
| Search radius | About 100 miles |
| Mapped spots | 24 |
| Closest listing | Mt. Pisgah (6.9 mi) |
| Specimen types | Agate & Jasper (2), Gold & Minerals (10), Other (12) |
| Typical fees | 24 varies |
All rockhounding sites near Eugene
24 rockhounding collecting sites in Oregon, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.
AgateOR
Calapooia River & Ames Creek
Calapooia River & Ames Creek is a documented mineral occurrence near OR. Reported specimens include Banded Agate, Geodes, Silicified wood. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Christy Prospect
Christy prospect — gold occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Ironside Mine
Ironside Mine — gold occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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AzuriteOR
Katmai
Katmai is a known mineral occurrence in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Gold, Malachite, Silver.
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Blanket Prospect
Blanket prospect — gold occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Sultana
Sultana is a historic mining site in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Silver, Sphalerite.
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Utopian Group
Utopian Group is a historic mining site in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Silver, Sphalerite.
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Sunset Mine (lower Adit)
Sunset Mine (lower adit) — zinc, lead, gold, silver, copper, antimony occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Sunset Mine (middle Adit)
Sunset Mine (middle adit) — zinc, lead, gold, silver, copper, antimony occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Cape Horn Vein
Cape Horn Vein is a historic mining site in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Gold, Silver, Sphalerite.
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Sunset Mine (upper Adit)
Sunset Mine (upper adit) — zinc, lead, gold, silver, copper, antimony occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Orofino Claims
Orofino Claims is a mineral prospect in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Malachite, Sphalerite.
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Boston Tunnel
Boston Tunnel is a known mineral occurrence in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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Trixie Mine
Trixie Mine is a known mineral occurrence in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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Judson Rock Group
Judson Rock Group is a known mineral occurrence in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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Combination Group
Combination Group — silver, gold, lead, zinc, copper occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Annie Trail No.4
Annie Trail No.4 — gold occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Golden Stairs
Golden Stairs is a known mineral occurrence in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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Annie Trail No.5
Annie Trail No.5 — gold occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Crystal Mine
Crystal Mine is a historic mining site in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Sphalerite.
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Star Group
Star Group is a known mineral occurrence in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Gold, Malachite, Silver.
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Annie Trail No.2
Annie Trail No.2 — gold occurrence in Lane, documented by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI MILO-3).
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Cross Vein
Cross Vein is a known mineral occurrence in Lane, Oregon, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
View detailsMap of rockhounding sites near Eugene
Pins within about 100 miles — open a listing for fees, access, and directions.
24 sites mapped near Eugene
Closest sites by distance
- Mt. Pisgah — 7 mi · Agate
- Calapooia River & Ames Creek — 25 mi · Agate
- Christy Prospect — 36 mi · Gold
- Ironside Mine — 37 mi · Gold
- Katmai — 37 mi · Azurite
- Blanket Prospect — 37 mi · Gold
- Sultana — 37 mi · Mineral
- Utopian Group — 37 mi · Mineral
- Sunset Mine (lower Adit) — 37 mi · zinc
- Sunset Mine (middle Adit) — 37 mi · zinc
- Cape Horn Vein — 37 mi · Mineral
- Sunset Mine (upper Adit) — 37 mi · zinc
- Orofino Claims — 37 mi · Azurite
- Boston Tunnel — 38 mi · Azurite
- Trixie Mine — 38 mi · Azurite
Types of rockhounding sites near Eugene
Browse by specimen type in Oregon — each link opens the full state directory for that category.
Agate & Jasper (2)
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.
Gold & Minerals (10)
Placer gold, pyrite, copper minerals, and general ore-mineral localities open to casual collecting.
Other (12)
Mixed or specialty collecting — zeolites, fluorescent minerals, thundereggs, and unique regional finds.
Natural collecting sites in the Eugene area
Eugene is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in Oregon. Within about 100 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with Mt. Pisgah about 6.9 mi from the city center.
The mix spans agate & jasper, gold & minerals, other — related terms searchers use include creek gravel collecting, desert washes, road cuts, and field collecting.
How distances work near Eugene
Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in Oregon with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Eugene city center — not driving time. A creek rockhounding site 12 miles away on forest roads can take longer than a river access point 20 miles away on a highway.
Field collecting near Eugene includes informal gravel bars, dry washes, quarry faces, and developed park collecting areas. Rules, fees, and seasonal access differ by land manager. Never assume collecting is allowed without checking the listing and posted signs the day you visit.
Safety and field conditions near you
Field conditions near Eugene change after rain, snowmelt, and summer heat. Unstable slopes, heat exhaustion, loose rock, and flash floods are real risks at creek and quarry rockhounding sites — most sites have no supervision. Check weather and local advisories before you start digging.
We publish original planning copy, safety tips, and last-updated dates on each listing. See our editorial policy for sourcing standards, or contact us if access or conditions have changed.
Rockhounding sites near Eugene — FAQ
Where can you collect near Eugene?
Near Eugene, Oregon, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 100 miles — mainly 2 agate & jaspers, 10 gold & mineralss, and 12 others. Each listing links to directions, fee notes, and safety context. Use near me on your phone for live distance sorting from your location.
How many rockhounding sites are near Eugene, Oregon?
This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 100 miles of Eugene. The full Oregon directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.
What is the closest rockhounding site to Eugene?
The closest mapped spot to Eugene is Mt. Pisgah (6.9 mi straight-line). Open that listing for driving directions, access notes, and current fee information — unofficial holes can change without notice.
Are rockhounding sites near Eugene free?
24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.
What types of rockhounding sites are near Eugene?
Near Eugene, documented specimen types include agate & jaspers, gold & mineralss, others. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the Oregon state page or open each card for specimen and access details.
When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Eugene?
Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Eugene, but snowmelt, drought, and weekend crowds change conditions week to week. Check each listing before you drive — storms can make washes and creek banks unsafe.
Is it safe to collect near Eugene?
Field collecting near Eugene carries real risks: unstable slopes, heat, loose rock, and no rangers at most unofficial sites. Check weather and posted warnings the day you visit. Read our rockhounding safety basics guide and each listing's safety section before you dig.
Listing data last updated across spots on this page.