Rockhounding in San Benito County, California
2 mapped rockhounding spots in San Benito County. Most commonly produces serpentine.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in San Benito County, California
Minerals reported in San Benito County
Spots in San Benito County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Mine (permission required)Mexican Lake Road | 36.3949, -120.6741 | Permission | |
| Benitoite Gem MineSawmill Creek Road | 36.3368, -120.6064 | Paid / fee |
Neighboring counties in California
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to San Benito County. A natural extension if San Benito County is already on your trip plan.
- Fresno County~48 mi5 spotsTop: Andalusite, Apatite, Epidote
- Monterey County~56 mi3 spotsTop: Nephrite Jade, Serpentine, Axinite
- San Luis Obispo County~64 mi5 spotsTop: California Jade, Jade, Jadeite
- Santa Clara County~84 mi5 spotsTop: Albandite, Apophyllite, Chert
- Mariposa County~94 mi4 spotsTop: Chromite, Jade, Mariposite
San Benito County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in San Benito County, California?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in San Benito County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in San Benito County?+
Spots in San Benito County most often produce Serpentine. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these San Benito County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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