This book takes a detailed look at the best places to search for agates along the Oregon Coast. The Oregon Coast spans 363 miles, all public land, and free for all to explore. Hidden amongst the sand and rocks are natural hidden treasures, but you have to know where to find them.This complete guide to 40 of the best agate hunting sites in Oregon holds nothing back. A beginner who has never visited Oregon will get as much from this text as an experienced beachcomber.Secret spots, safety guides, tips and tricks, dozens of color photos and detailed site maps will guide you through safe fun for everyone from the solo adventurer to the family looking to make some memories.

Agate are beautiful translucent stones that come in a variety of different colors. Clear, white, grey, amber, orange, and even dark red and purple agates can be found if you know where to look. These natural treasures can be found all across the beaches of Western Washington. This book takes a look at my favorite beaches for agate hunting along the Pacific Coast and Puget Sound. You'll also learn about the best places to find jaspers, marine fossils, sea glass, shells, sand dollars and other fun beach treasures. We'll even teach you how to polish your beach stones in a rock tumbler to shine them up and bring out their natural beauty. Safety advice, tips and tricks, dozens of color photos and detailed site maps will guide you on the hunt. From the solo adventurer to the family looking to make some memories, this book will get you started on your next rockhounding adventure.

Fully revised and updated, this book provides detailed directions and GPS coordinates to the best rockhounding sites in Oregon, with valuable tips on what tools to bring and how to conduct your search. Comprehensive lists of minerals or fossils for each site and excellent color photos will help you know what to look for and to identify what you’ve found. Information on clubs, rock shops, museums, and special attractions are provided. Rockhounding Oregon is a must-have for anyone interested in collecting their own minerals, gems, and fossils in the region.

This guidebook unveils the hidden beaches awaiting rockhounds and agate enthusiasts along the picturesque shores of the Pacific Northwest. The rocky shores of Puget Sound and the rugged Pacific Coast hold a wealth of natural treasures waiting to be discovered. In this detailed guide, author M. J. Grover takes you to the beaches that have attracted rockhounds for generations. Drawing from their own extensive experience in the region, they provide invaluable insights, practical tips, and detailed instructions to help readers discover the best rockhounding sites in the Pacific Northwest. Embark on a thrilling exploration of the region's stunning beaches, where the interplay of waves, wind, and time has shaped and polished countless agates, jaspers, and other mesmerizing beach stones. You will learn about the top sites to find vibrant multicolored agates of Whidbey Island, orbicular jaspers along Washington's Pacific Coast, fascinating ancient marine fossils of the Central Oregon Coast and the exceptional banded agates of Northern California. Whether you're a seasoned rockhound or a beginner in the world of agate hunting, this book provides a wealth of knowledge to enhance your adventures and increase your odds of success. From understanding the tides to tips for ethical collecting and responsible stewardship of natural resources, and most importantly the names of the specific beaches known to produce agates and other collectable rocks, this guide will get you started on a successful adventure!

Revised and expanded 2E of this very popular guide for Oregon rockhounds and collectors of rock, mineral and fossil specimens.