Rockhounding in Lander County, Nevada
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Lander County. Most commonly produces copper, silver, gold, lead.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Lander County, Nevada
Spots in Lander County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| AustinBig Creek Road | 39.4873, -117.0831 | Public | |
| Bald Mountain | 40.3956, -116.7212 | Public | |
| Battle MountainCopper Canyon Road | 40.5326, -117.1152 | Public | |
| Lander CountyBattle Mountain Road |
| 39.8858, -117.1130 | Public |
| Sulphur | 40.6025, -117.2465 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Nevada
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Lander County. A natural extension if Lander County is already on your trip plan.
- Eureka County~47 mi5 spotsTop: Lead, Silver, Zinc
- Pershing County~78 mi6 spotsTop: Antimony, Geode, Lead
- Churchill County~85 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Silver, Copper
- Elko County~113 mi10 spotsTop: Copper, Gold, Platinum
- White Pine County~121 mi4 spotsTop: Silver, Tungsten, Copper
- Humboldt County~123 mi16 spotsTop: Gold, Silver, Black Opal
Lander County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Lander County, Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Lander County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Lander County?+
Spots in Lander County most often produce Copper, Silver, Gold, Lead, Antimony. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Lander 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 Lander County rockhounding trip
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