Where to Find Agate in Nevada
11 mapped agate rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 7 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States. Nevada is one of the most spot-dense rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 11 agate rockhounding spots in Nevada
Agate by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.
Every agate spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahontan ReservoirKaren Road | Churchill County | 39.4476, -119.0493 | Public | |
| CoaldaleVeterans Memorial Highway | Esmeralda County | 38.0299, -117.8794 | Public | |
| Veterans Memorial HighwayVeterans Memorial Highway | Esmeralda County | 38.0251, -117.7848 | Public | |
| Agate Point | Humboldt County | 41.7504, -118.3357 | Public | |
| Virgin Valley | Humboldt County |
| 41.8302, -119.0002 | Public |
| FernleyUS 50 ALT;US 95 ALT | Lyon County | 39.5315, -119.2342 | Public | |
| Fernley Hills | Lyon County | 39.5336, -119.1566 | Public | |
| Walker Lake | Mineral County | 38.7849, -118.7425 | Public | |
| Black Rock Desert | Pershing County | 40.8859, -119.0567 | Public | |
| GerlachOld State Route 34 | Washoe County | 40.6650, -119.3701 | Public | |
| Sparks | Washoe County | 39.5483, -119.6706 | Public |
Agate in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find agate in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 11 agate spots in Nevada, spread across 7 counties. The strongest concentration is in Esmeralda County.
Is collecting agate legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Nevada, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best agate location in Nevada?+
Esmeralda County has the most agate spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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