Rockhounding in San Juan County, New Mexico
2 mapped rockhounding spots in San Juan County. Most commonly produces chalcedony, chert, garnet, jasper.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in San Juan County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in San Juan County
Spots in San Juan County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blanco Trading PostState Highway 57 | 36.3467, -107.8253 | Public | |
| NW San Juan County |
| 36.7617, -108.6553 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Mexico
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to San Juan County. A natural extension if San Juan County is already on your trip plan.
- Sandoval County~96 mi4 spotsTop: Chrysocolla, Agate, Agatized Wood
- Cibola County~103 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Rio Arriba County~111 mi11 spotsTop: Agate, Chert, Mica
- Bernalillo County~137 mi4 spotsTop: Agatized Wood, Agate, Jasper
- Santa Fe County~138 mi4 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Taos County~141 mi6 spotsTop: Bityite, Eucryptite, Staurolite
San Juan County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in San Juan County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in San Juan 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 Juan County?+
Spots in San Juan County most often produce Chalcedony, Chert, Garnet, Jasper, Petrified Wood. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these San Juan 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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