Rockhounding in Mineral County, Nevada
7 mapped rockhounding spots in Mineral County. Most commonly produces gold, silver, lead, turquoise.
Map showing 7 rockhounding spots in Mineral County, Nevada
Minerals reported in Mineral County
Spots in Mineral County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora | 38.2896, -118.8891 | Public | |
| Aurora Ghost TownAurora Road | 38.2883, -118.9017 | Public | |
| Excelsior Mountain | 38.3290, -118.3391 | Public | |
| Luning | 38.5096, -118.1273 | Public | |
| MinaGarfield Flat Road | 38.3455, -118.1848 | Public | |
| ThorneOld State Route 839 | 38.6189, -118.5064 | Public | |
| Walker Lake | 38.7849, -118.7425 | Permission |
Neighboring counties in Nevada
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Mineral County. A natural extension if Mineral County is already on your trip plan.
- Esmeralda County~66 mi15 spotsTop: Gold, Lead, Silver
- Douglas County~66 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Copper, Platinum
- Lyon County~75 mi6 spotsTop: Agate, Gold, Bluestone
- Churchill County~76 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Silver, Copper
- Nye County~89 mi12 spotsTop: Lead, Silver, Gold
- Pershing County~132 mi6 spotsTop: Antimony, Geode, Lead
Mineral County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Mineral County, Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 rockhounding spots in Mineral County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Mineral County?+
Spots in Mineral County most often produce Gold, Silver, Lead, Turquoise, Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Mineral 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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