Rockhounding in Lander County, Nevada
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Lander County. Most commonly produces copper, silver, gold, lead.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Lander County, Nevada
Spots in Lander County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| AustinBig Creek Road | 39.4873, -117.0831 | Public | |
| Bald Mountain | 40.3956, -116.7212 | Public | |
| Battle MountainCopper Canyon Road | 40.5326, -117.1152 | Public | |
| Lander CountyBattle Mountain Road | 39.8858, -117.1130 | Public | |
| Pleiades MineMain Street | 39.4944, -117.0744 | Paid / fee | |
| Sulphur | 40.6025, -117.2465 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Nevada
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Lander County. A natural extension if Lander County is already on your trip plan.
- Eureka County~47 mi5 spotsTop: Lead, Silver, Zinc
- Pershing County~80 mi6 spotsTop: Antimony, Geode, Lead
- Churchill County~81 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Silver, Copper
- White Pine County~118 mi4 spotsTop: Silver, Tungsten, Copper
- Elko County~119 mi10 spotsTop: Copper, Gold, Platinum
- Lyon County~129 mi6 spotsTop: Agate, Gold, Bluestone
Lander County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Lander County, Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Lander County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Lander County?+
Spots in Lander County most often produce Copper, Silver, Gold, Lead, Antimony. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Lander 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.
Plan a Lander County rockhounding trip
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