Where to Find Opal in Nevada
Nevada has 6 mapped collecting spots that report opal, spread across 2 counties. The largest share sits in Humboldt County with 5 spots. 1 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible, and 3 are fee-dig sites.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Every opal spot we track in Nevada
Best spotVirgin ValleyHumboldt County, NevadaPermission required · Agate, Chalcedony, Chert +6
Greenfire Opal MineHumboldt County, NevadaPermission required · Opal, Black Opal, Fire Opal +1
Lander CountyLander County, NevadaPublic access · Chalcedony, Jasper, Opal +1- Bonanza Opal MineHumboldt County, NevadaFee dig · Opal
- Kokopelli Opals MineHumboldt County, NevadaFee dig · Opal
- Royal Peacock Opal MinesHumboldt County, NevadaFee dig · Opal
Standout opal spots in Nevada
Hand-picked from the full list above, with the reason each one earns a trip.
Best counties for opal in Nevada
Ranked by the number of mapped opal spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Before you go
Read the opal identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Opal in the encyclopedia.
Opal in Nevada FAQ
Where can you find opal in Nevada?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Humboldt County and Lander County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many opal spots are mapped in Nevada?+
6 spots across 2 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect opal in Nevada?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 1 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public, and 3 are fee-dig operations where you pay for access and keep what you find. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt opal in Nevada with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
