Rockhounding in McKinley County, New Mexico
2 mapped rockhounding spots in McKinley County. Most commonly produces amber, radioactive minerals.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in McKinley County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in McKinley County
- Amber1
- Radioactive Minerals1
Spots in McKinley County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| GrantsSan Mateo Road |
| 35.3426, -107.7590 | Public |
| Thoreau | 35.4435, -108.1281 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Mexico
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to McKinley County. A natural extension if McKinley County is already on your trip plan.
- Cibola County~21 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Sandoval County~68 mi4 spotsTop: Chrysocolla, Agate, Agatized Wood
- Bernalillo County~75 mi4 spotsTop: Agatized Wood, Agate, Jasper
- Santa Fe County~101 mi4 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Socorro County~112 mi6 spotsTop: Agatized Picture Wood, Atacamite, Azurite
- Rio Arriba County~115 mi11 spotsTop: Agate, Chert, Mica
McKinley County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in McKinley County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in McKinley County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in McKinley County?+
Spots in McKinley County most often produce Amber, Radioactive Minerals. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these McKinley 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 McKinley County rockhounding trip
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