Rockhounding in Catron County, New Mexico
17 mapped rockhounding spots in Catron County. Most commonly produces agate, chalcedony, jasper, amethyst.
Map showing 17 rockhounding spots in Catron County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in Catron County
Spots in Catron County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apache Creek CampgroundCox Canyon Road | 33.8293, -108.6240 | Public | |
| Black MountainSam Martin Trail #23 | 33.3807, -108.2899 | Permission | |
| Elk Horn Park | 33.8854, -108.6877 | Public | |
| Glenwood & PleasantonShelton Canyon Road | 33.2973, -108.8702 | Public | |
| Golden Eagle & Handcar MinesMineral Creek Trail #201 | 33.4150, -108.8095 | Public | |
| Horse Camp CanyonNew Mexico 36 | 34.5144, -108.3803 | Permission | |
| Lee Russell & Kerr CanyonsToriette Lake Road | 33.9167, -108.6726 | Public | |
| Lee Russell CanyonNM 32 | 33.9286, -108.6583 | Public | |
| Lee Russell CanyonNM 32 | 33.9027, -108.6382 | Public | |
| Leggett PeakUS 180 | 33.7151, -108.9040 | Public | |
| LunaUS 180 | 33.8197, -108.9853 | Public | |
| Luna (agate area)Bill Knight Gap Road | 33.8189, -108.9548 | Public | |
| MogollonBursum Road | 33.3899, -108.8022 | Public | |
| Plains of San Agustin | 33.8840, -108.2586 | Permission | |
| QuemadoUS 60 | 34.3416, -108.4927 | Permission | |
| San Francisco RiverOld Highway Road | 33.8284, -109.0213 | Public | |
| Sand Canyon AgateSand Canyon Road | 33.8424, -108.5908 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Mexico
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Catron County. A natural extension if Catron County is already on your trip plan.
- Grant County~85 mi16 spotsTop: Copper, Chrysocolla, Malachite
- Sierra County~96 mi11 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Socorro County~97 mi8 spotsTop: Azurite, Malachite, Smithsonite
- Cibola County~101 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Hidalgo County~123 mi7 spotsTop: Agate, Fluorite, Argentite
- Luna County~124 mi12 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Thunderegg
Across the state line from Catron 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 New Mexico.
Catron County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Catron County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 17 rockhounding spots in Catron County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Catron County?+
Spots in Catron County most often produce Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper, Amethyst, Agatized Wood. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Catron 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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