Rockhounding in Churchill County, Nevada
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Churchill County. Most commonly produces gold, silver, copper, lead.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Churchill County, Nevada
Spots in Churchill County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert Queen Area | 39.8056, -118.8875 | Public | |
| EastgateBuffalo Canyon Road | 39.2629, -117.8772 | Public | |
| Lahontan ReservoirKaren Road | 39.4476, -119.0493 | Public | |
| Sand SpringsAustin Highway | 39.2690, -118.3483 | Public | |
| Silver Hill area | 39.7035, -118.2478 | Public | |
| White Cloud Canyon areaCoppereid Road | 39.8484, -118.2145 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Nevada
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Churchill County. A natural extension if Churchill County is already on your trip plan.
- Lyon County~49 mi6 spotsTop: Agate, Gold, Bluestone
- Pershing County~55 mi6 spotsTop: Antimony, Geode, Lead
- Douglas County~73 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Copper, Platinum
- Mineral County~76 mi7 spotsTop: Gold, Silver, Lead
- Lander County~85 mi5 spotsTop: Copper, Silver, Gold
- Washoe County~91 mi6 spotsTop: Agate, Obsidian, Chrysocolla
Churchill County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Churchill County, Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Churchill County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Churchill County?+
Spots in Churchill County most often produce Gold, Silver, Copper, Lead, Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Churchill 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.
Plan a Churchill County rockhounding trip
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