There are a number of locations to hunt for gemstones and minerals around Walker Valley and it’s important to pick your destination ahead of time so you can prepare accordingly for the outing. This article will give you five tips to help make your rockhounding trip to Walker Valley a success. Walker Valley Rockhounding Tips … Read more
Hansen Creek is located west of Snoqualmie Pass on Humpback Mountain in Washington. This is among the best places in Washington to collect the beautiful Purple Amethyst and the fully terminated, water-clear Quartz Crystals. Here are 7 tips for a successful rockhounding trip to Hansen Creek. Hansen Creek Rockhounding (Washington): Let’s Go 1. Check the … Read more
Are you looking for the best places to go rock hounding near Tacoma, Washington? Luckily for you, we did all of the research for you, and you don’t have to risk going to a place only to discover there are no crystals in the area! Within this blog post, you’ll find the ten best places … Read more
Despite most people’s knowledge, the Yakima area is rich in naturally occurring gemstones and there are so so many rockhounding locations you can explore. If you are curious about the rockhounding sites near Yakima, Washington this article will reveal seven popular options within two hours of the city that you can try out. Rockhounding Near Yakima (A Visitor’s Guide) … Read more
Are there any rock, mineral, or gem enthusiasts out there? Here are a few locations for those interested in rockhounding near Seattle during the summer. Rockhounding Near Seattle (A Visitor’s Guide) Disclaimer The information provided in this article by YesDirt.com is for informational purposes and is subject to change. Laws are updated. Accessibility guidelines and restrictions … Read more
I just returned from a spur of the moment trip to Crescent Bar, Washington. I hadn’t planned to hunt for rocks or to try and collect rocks at Crescent Bar….but you know how it is. I couldn’t help myself. Rockhounding Crescent Bar What Is It Like At Crescent Bar? First and foremost, Crescent Bar, Washington … Read more
The Gifford Pinchot National Forest National Forest, which spans over 1,320,000 acres, is home to the famous Mt St Helen National Monument, which is known for its 15-mile high deadly eruption more than four decades ago. These days, rockhounding Mt. St. Helens has become a rage, particularly for gold, especially since it’s an active volcano … Read more
More tourists and visitors are planning their own rockhounding Olympic Peninsula adventures every year. Caches of amazing rocks lie about 100 miles of beach along the Pacific Coast, surrounding the inland rivers from Mt. Olympus, along the northern coast. Where To Go Rockhounding In the Olympic Peninsula Our journey across the Peninsula will start at … Read more
Rockhounding Washington State is definitely something for a rock collector’s bucket list. Aside from the crazy beauty of the state (trees, rivers, mountains, beaches) you can find an extraordinary variety of unique rocks and fossils. Due to years of significant volcanic activity in the state, you’ll be able to hunt for and find agate, jasper, … Read more