Rockhounding in De Baca County, New Mexico
2 mapped rockhounding spots in De Baca County. Most commonly produces pecos diamond, quartz.
De Baca County rockhounding photos
Representative spot and material photos from this county, shown where verified public image records are available.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in De Baca County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in De Baca County
Standout in De Baca County
Hand-picked spot in De Baca County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.
Spots in De Baca County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort SumnerSouth 9th Street | 34.4591, -104.2396 | Public | |
| Fort Sumner (Pecos diamonds)US 60 | 34.4731, -104.7230 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Mexico
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to De Baca County. A natural extension if De Baca County is already on your trip plan.
- Santa Fe County~118 mi4 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Eddy County~127 mi3 spotsTop: Pecos Diamond, Onyx, Quartz
- Bernalillo County~131 mi4 spotsTop: Agatized Wood, Agate, Jasper
- Taos County~144 mi6 spotsTop: Bityite, Eucryptite, Staurolite
- Socorro County~147 mi8 spotsTop: Azurite, Malachite, Smithsonite
- Colfax County~150 mi5 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Gold, Pyrite
De Baca County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in De Baca County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in De Baca County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in De Baca County?+
Spots in De Baca County most often produce Pecos Diamond, Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these De Baca 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 De Baca County rockhounding trip
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