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Coronado Mine
Coronado Mine is a mineral prospect in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Wolframite.
View detailsRockhounding sites near Tucson
24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 120 miles of Tucson, Arizona.
This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Tucson, Arizona, sorted by distance within about 120 miles.
Where can you collect near Tucson?
Near Tucson, Arizona, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 120 miles of the city center — including 6 gold & mineralss and 18 others. The closest mapped spot is Coronado Mine (20 mi straight-line). Distances are not drive time; open each listing for directions, fee notes, access rules, and safety context before you travel.
At a glance — rockhounding sites near Tucson
| Central place | Tucson, Arizona |
|---|---|
| Search radius | About 120 miles |
| Mapped spots | 24 |
| Closest listing | Coronado Mine (20 mi) |
| Specimen types | Gold & Minerals (6), Other (18) |
| Typical fees | 24 varies |
All rockhounding sites near Tucson
24 rockhounding collecting sites in Arizona, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.
AzuriteAZ
Catalina Group
Catalina Group is a mineral prospect in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Gold, Malachite, Silver.
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Burney
Burney is a historic mining site in Pinal, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Molybdenite, Silver, Sphalerite.
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Pair O'dice
Pair O'Dice is a mineral prospect in Pinal, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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Copper Belle Claims
Copper Belle Claims is a known mineral occurrence in Pinal, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Gold, Malachite, Molybdenite.
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Big Johnny - Little Johnny Claims
Big Johnny - Little Johnny Claims is a historic mining site in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Molybdenite, Pyrolusite, Silver.
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Aguinaldo Mine Group
Aguinaldo Mine Group is a historic mining site in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Molybdenite, Pyrolusite, Silver.
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Copper Belle Property
Copper Belle Property is a known mineral occurrence in Pinal, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Gold, Malachite, Molybdenite.
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Lena No. 1 - 11 Claims
Lena No. 1 - 11 Claims is a known mineral occurrence in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Sphalerite.
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Omega Mine
Omega Mine is a historic mining site in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Molybdenite, Pyrolusite, Silver.
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Madre Del Oro
Madre Del Oro is a historic mining site in Pinal, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Wolframite.
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Sunshine - Sunrise Group
Sunshine - Sunrise Group is a historic mining site in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Barite, Copper, Galena, Gold, Silver, Sphalerite.
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Copper Top Prospect
Copper Top Prospect is a known mineral occurrence in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Silver.
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Royal Mountain Mine.
Royal Mountain Mine. is a known mineral occurrence in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Silver.
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Old Baldy Prospect
Old Baldy Prospect is a known mineral occurrence in Santa Cruz, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Gold, Iron, Malachite.
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Old Baldy Copper Mine
Old Baldy Copper Mine is a known mineral occurrence in Santa Cruz, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Iron.
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R And R
R and R is a known mineral occurrence in Santa Cruz, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Silver.
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Glove Mine Group
Glove Mine Group is a historic mining site in Santa Cruz, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Molybdenite, Pyrolusite, Silver.
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East Compadre Shaft
East Compadre Shaft is a known mineral occurrence in Santa Cruz, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Sphalerite.
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Grey Fox
Grey Fox is a known mineral occurrence in Santa Cruz, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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Lost Apache
Lost Apache is a documented mineral site in Cochise, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Galena.
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Udall
Udall is a historic mining site in Pima, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Wolframite.
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James Mine
James Mine is a historic mining site in Cochise, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Wolframite.
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Ricky Dale
Ricky Dale is a historic mining site in Cochise, Arizona, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Wolframite.
View detailsMap of rockhounding sites near Tucson
Pins within about 120 miles — open a listing for fees, access, and directions.
24 sites mapped near Tucson
Closest sites by distance
- Coronado Mine — 20 mi · Wolframite
- Catalina Group — 22 mi · Azurite
- Burney — 25 mi · Mineral
- Pair O'dice — 26 mi · Azurite
- Copper Belle Claims — 26 mi · Azurite
- Big Johnny - Little Johnny Claims — 27 mi · Mineral
- Aguinaldo Mine Group — 28 mi · Mineral
- Copper Belle Property — 28 mi · Azurite
- Lena No. 1 - 11 Claims — 28 mi · Azurite
- Omega Mine — 28 mi · Mineral
- Madre Del Oro — 28 mi · Wolframite
- Sunshine - Sunrise Group — 30 mi · Barite
- Copper Top Prospect — 32 mi · Azurite
- Royal Mountain Mine. — 34 mi · Azurite
- Old Baldy Prospect — 36 mi · Azurite
Types of rockhounding sites near Tucson
Browse by specimen type in Arizona — each link opens the full state directory for that category.
Gold & Minerals (6)
Placer gold, pyrite, copper minerals, and general ore-mineral localities open to casual collecting.
Other (18)
Mixed or specialty collecting — zeolites, fluorescent minerals, thundereggs, and unique regional finds.
Natural collecting sites in the Tucson area
Tucson is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in Arizona. Within about 120 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with Coronado Mine about 20 mi from the city center.
The mix spans gold & minerals, other — related terms searchers use include creek gravel collecting, desert washes, road cuts, and field collecting.
How distances work near Tucson
Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in Arizona with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Tucson city center — not driving time. A creek rockhounding site 12 miles away on forest roads can take longer than a river access point 20 miles away on a highway.
Field collecting near Tucson includes informal gravel bars, dry washes, quarry faces, and developed park collecting areas. Rules, fees, and seasonal access differ by land manager. Never assume collecting is allowed without checking the listing and posted signs the day you visit.
Safety and field conditions near you
Field conditions near Tucson change after rain, snowmelt, and summer heat. Unstable slopes, heat exhaustion, loose rock, and flash floods are real risks at creek and quarry rockhounding sites — most sites have no supervision. Check weather and local advisories before you start digging.
We publish original planning copy, safety tips, and last-updated dates on each listing. See our editorial policy for sourcing standards, or contact us if access or conditions have changed.
Rockhounding sites near Tucson — FAQ
Where can you collect near Tucson?
Near Tucson, Arizona, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 120 miles — mainly 6 gold & mineralss and 18 others. Each listing links to directions, fee notes, and safety context. Use near me on your phone for live distance sorting from your location.
How many rockhounding sites are near Tucson, Arizona?
This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 120 miles of Tucson. The full Arizona directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.
What is the closest rockhounding site to Tucson?
The closest mapped spot to Tucson is Coronado Mine (20 mi straight-line). Open that listing for driving directions, access notes, and current fee information — unofficial holes can change without notice.
Are rockhounding sites near Tucson free?
24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.
What types of rockhounding sites are near Tucson?
Near Tucson, documented specimen types include gold & mineralss, others. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the Arizona state page or open each card for specimen and access details.
When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Tucson?
Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Tucson, but snowmelt, drought, and weekend crowds change conditions week to week. Check each listing before you drive — storms can make washes and creek banks unsafe.
Is it safe to collect near Tucson?
Field collecting near Tucson carries real risks: unstable slopes, heat, loose rock, and no rangers at most unofficial sites. Check weather and posted warnings the day you visit. Read our rockhounding safety basics guide and each listing's safety section before you dig.
Listing data last updated across spots on this page.