Classic public rockhounding ground in the Wiley Well District of the Chuckwalla Valley, long known for geodes, nodules, and agate in volcanic host rock. BLM land allows recreational collecting with hand tools; the beds lie south of I-10 via Wiley's Well Road among a network of rough desert tracks. Surface float is picked over—most specimens require careful digging in established dig areas.
Field facts
| Region | Imperial County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 33.3760, -114.9900 |
| Access | Wiley's Well Road S from I-10 (~16 mi W of Blythe) or N from Hwy 78 via Malpitas Wash; high-clearance/4WD strongly recommended |
| Managing agency | BLM — Wiley Well District Geode Beds |
| Collecting | Hand tools only; stay on public land; check current BLM rules and claim boundaries |
| Nearby | Wiley's Well and Coon Hollow campgrounds on the graded road |
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Nearby amenities
- Rec areaWiley Well District Geode Beds1 km away
- CampgroundCoon Hollow Campground11.5 km away
- Rec areaLittle Chuckwalla Mountains Wilderness12 km away
- Rec areaPalo Verde Mountains Wilderness13.7 km away
- CampgroundWiley's Well Campground16.1 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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