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Fox
Fox is a historic mining site in Lander, Nevada, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Gemstones.
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Facetable and collector gems — emeralds, sapphires, garnets, topaz, beryl, and tourmaline localities.
10 gemstones destinations in Nevada.
Rockhounding sites in Nevada — gemstones: 10 spots in our directory. Sort live from your phone with near me, or browse all U.S. gemstones rockhounding sites and the Nevada state page.
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Gemstones collecting in Nevada
Facetable and collector gems — emeralds, sapphires, garnets, topaz, beryl, and tourmaline localities.
We currently document 10 gemstones collecting sites in Nevada. Each listing includes original descriptions, visitor notes, and last-updated dates when available.
What to know before you collect
Gemstones destinations in Nevada vary widely in access, season, and legality. Some are official recreation areas; others are informal gravel bars. Read the access and safety sections on each listing — never assume collecting is allowed without checking current signage.
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Garnet From Garnet Hill
Garnet from Garnet Hill is a documented rockhounding destination in NV. Collectors visit for gem crystals, beryl, tourmaline and related material. Access rules and land ownership vary — confirm current status with the managing agency or landowner before collecting.
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Garnet Hill
A BLM interpretive site near Ely where garnet crystals weather out of dark schist on a hillside overlooking the Robinson mining district.
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Nelson
Nelson is a documented mineral occurrence near NV. Reported specimens include Almandine Garnet. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Nightingale Mountain Range
Nightingale Mountain Range is a documented mineral occurrence near NV. Reported specimens include Garnets. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Stampede
Stampede is a historic mining site in Elko, Nevada, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Gemstones.
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Titus Turquoise
Titus Turquoise is a known mineral occurrence in Nye, Nevada, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Gemstones.
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Tom Cat
Tom Cat is a historic mining site in Lander, Nevada, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Gemstones.
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X-15
X-15 is a historic mining site in Lander, Nevada, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Gemstones.
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Zabrisky Mine
Zabrisky Mine is a historic mining site in Nye, Nevada, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Gemstones.
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