Rockhounding in Washoe County, Nevada
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Washoe County. Most commonly produces agate, obsidian, chrysocolla, common opal.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Washoe County, Nevada
Minerals reported in Washoe County
Spots in Washoe County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| GerlachOld State Route 34 | 40.6650, -119.3701 | Public | |
| Nellie Spring | 41.3928, -119.5219 | Public | |
| Smoke Creek DesertDeep Hole Road | 40.7172, -119.4848 | Public | |
| Sparks | 39.5483, -119.6706 | Public | |
| VyaLeadville Road | 41.2513, -119.5570 | Public | |
| White LakeWhite Lake Parkway | 39.6480, -119.9569 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Nevada
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Washoe County. A natural extension if Washoe County is already on your trip plan.
- Pershing County~58 mi6 spotsTop: Antimony, Geode, Lead
- Lyon County~84 mi6 spotsTop: Agate, Gold, Bluestone
- Churchill County~91 mi6 spotsTop: Gold, Silver, Copper
- Humboldt County~93 mi17 spotsTop: Gold, Opal, Silver
- Douglas County~109 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Copper, Platinum
- Lander County~137 mi6 spotsTop: Copper, Silver, Gold
Across the state line from Washoe County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders. These are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Nevada.
Washoe County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Washoe County, Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Washoe County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Washoe County?+
Spots in Washoe County most often produce Agate, Obsidian, Chrysocolla, Common Opal, Garnet. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Washoe 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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