Rockhounding in San Miguel County, New Mexico
2 mapped rockhounding spots in San Miguel County. Most commonly produces actinolite, bornite, garnet, lepidolite.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in San Miguel County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in San Miguel County
Spots in San Miguel County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 35.6577, -105.2327 | Public | |
| PecosDavis Willow T.S. Road | 35.7572, -105.6660 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Mexico
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to San Miguel County. A natural extension if San Miguel County is already on your trip plan.
- Santa Fe County~42 mi4 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Taos County~43 mi6 spotsTop: Bityite, Eucryptite, Staurolite
- Rio Arriba County~63 mi11 spotsTop: Agate, Chert, Mica
- Colfax County~72 mi5 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Gold, Pyrite
- Sandoval County~77 mi4 spotsTop: Chrysocolla, Agate, Agatized Wood
- Bernalillo County~85 mi4 spotsTop: Agatized Wood, Agate, Jasper
San Miguel County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in San Miguel County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in San Miguel 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 Miguel County?+
Spots in San Miguel County most often produce Actinolite, Bornite, Garnet, Lepidolite, Mica. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these San Miguel 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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