Rockhounding in Sierra County, New Mexico
10 mapped rockhounding spots in Sierra County. Most commonly produces agate, jasper, chalcedony, chert.
Map showing 10 rockhounding spots in Sierra County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in Sierra County
Spots in Sierra County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caballo MountainsCounty Road A003 | 32.9120, -107.2236 | Public | |
| Cutter | 33.0643, -107.0027 | Public | |
| DerryLost Hill | 32.7883, -107.2531 | Public | |
| Elephant ButteNM 51 | 33.1729, -107.0448 | Public | |
| Fra Cristobal Range | 33.4003, -107.1203 | Public | |
| HillsboroNM 152 |
| 32.9156, -107.6058 | Public |
| Jornada ValleyUpham Road |
| 33.1363, -107.0245 | Public |
| KingstonKingston Road |
| 32.9312, -107.7106 | Public |
| Mimbres MountainsTrail #135 | 32.8441, -107.7360 | Public | |
| Mud Springs Mountains |
| 33.1665, -107.2975 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Mexico
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Sierra County. A natural extension if Sierra County is already on your trip plan.
- Doña Ana County~47 mi6 spotsTop: Fluorite, Quartz, Agate
- Luna County~59 mi9 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Carnelian
- Grant County~62 mi10 spotsTop: Carnelian, Geode, Apache Tears
- Socorro County~70 mi6 spotsTop: Agatized Picture Wood, Atacamite, Azurite
- Otero County~79 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcocite, Chalcopyrite, Chrysocolla
- Catron County~96 mi13 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Amethyst
Sierra County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Sierra County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 rockhounding spots in Sierra County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Sierra County?+
Spots in Sierra County most often produce Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony, Chert, Fluorite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Sierra 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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