Where to Find Chert in Nevada
6 mapped chert rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 4 counties. Most of the mapped spots sit in Esmeralda County, Humboldt County, and Lincoln County. Chert is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Nevada has dense rockhounding coverage because so much of the state is public land.
Map of 6 chert rockhounding spots in Nevada
Chert by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of chert spots in our database.
Every chert spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CoaldaleVeterans Memorial Highway | Esmeralda County | 38.0299, -117.8794 | Public | |
| Montezuma Peak | Esmeralda County | 37.6626, -117.3611 | Public | |
| Agate Point | Humboldt County | 41.7504, -118.3357 | Public | |
| Virgin Valley | Humboldt County |
| 41.8302, -119.0002 | Public |
| PanacaUvada Road | Lincoln County | 37.7605, -114.3674 | Public | |
| Fernley Hills | Lyon County | 39.5336, -119.1566 | Public |
Chert in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find chert in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 chert spots in Nevada, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Esmeralda County.
Is collecting chert legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chert is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Nevada, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best chert location in Nevada?+
Esmeralda County has the most chert spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below, and different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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