Rockhounding in Otero County, New Mexico
9 mapped rockhounding spots in Otero County. Most commonly produces copper, chrysocolla, malachite, chalcopyrite.
Map showing 9 rockhounding spots in Otero County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in Otero County
Spots in Otero County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice MineCounty Road A003 | 32.3924, -106.1067 | Public | |
| BentMauer Drive | 33.1550, -105.8502 | Public | |
| Copper King No. 2 MineCounty Road A003 | 32.3993, -106.1092 | Public | |
| Jarilla Mountains (copper)County Road A003 | 32.4055, -106.1005 | Public | |
| Jarilla Mountains (garnet) | 32.3952, -106.1161 | Public | |
| Lucky MineCounty Road A003 | 32.4126, -106.1089 | Public | |
| Orogrande District ProspectCounty Road A003 | 32.3987, -106.1037 | Public | |
| Orogrande District ProspectCounty Road A003 | 32.3996, -106.1020 | Public | |
| PhiladelphiaCounty Road A003 | 32.4147, -106.1130 | Public |
Neighboring counties in New Mexico
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Otero County. A natural extension if Otero County is already on your trip plan.
- Doña Ana County~44 mi6 spotsTop: Fluorite, Quartz, Agate
- Sierra County~81 mi11 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Luna County~98 mi12 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Thunderegg
- Eddy County~102 mi3 spotsTop: Pecos Diamond, Onyx, Quartz
- Socorro County~119 mi8 spotsTop: Azurite, Malachite, Smithsonite
- Grant County~128 mi16 spotsTop: Copper, Chrysocolla, Malachite
Otero County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Otero County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 9 rockhounding spots in Otero County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Otero County?+
Spots in Otero County most often produce Copper, Chrysocolla, Malachite, Chalcopyrite, Galena. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Otero 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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