Valley of Fire State Park: Wonderstone & Chalcedony Rockhounding in Clark County, Nevada

Updated June 2026

Valley of Fire State Park is a mapped rockhounding spot in Clark County, Nevada. Reported finds include wonderstone, chalcedony. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Clark County
State: Nevada
Nearest road: Bitter Springs Trail
Coordinates: 36.39811, -114.69367

Geology at Valley of Fire State Park

This spot sits on ground mapped as Sidestream alluvium that formed roughly 5 to 4 million years ago. Gravels like these concentrate whatever survives the river: agate, jasper, and other tough silica typically show up as rounded, waxy stones.

Mapped unit: Sidestream alluvium
Age: 5–4 Ma (Early Pliocene)
Elevation: 2,670 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Valley of Fire State Park

Best months: October to May. Typical highs run 103°F in midsummer and 56°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 38°F. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, VALLEY OF FIRE SP station (10 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Nevada, Recreation
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology
Royal Peacock Opal Mine (fee-dig operator)
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Valley of Fire State Park

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Nearby rockhounding spots

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Across the state line from Valley of Fire State Park

Valley of Fire State Park is close enough to the Nevada border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Valley of Fire State Park FAQ

Where is Valley of Fire State Park?+

Valley of Fire State Park is in Clark County, Nevada, at 36.39811, -114.69367. Nearest road: Bitter Springs Trail.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Valley of Fire State Park?+

Valley of Fire State Park is reported to produce Wonderstone, Chalcedony.

Is collecting allowed at Valley of Fire State Park?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Valley of Fire State Park?+

Most agate and jasper is surface float: bring a spray bottle, a pick or small shovel, and a sturdy bag. Wet stones show their banding and translucence.

When is the best time to visit Valley of Fire State Park?+

The most comfortable months at Valley of Fire State Park are October to May. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

How do I get to Valley of Fire State Park?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.39811, -114.69367 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Bitter Springs Trail.

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