Where to Find Beryl in California
3 mapped beryl rockhounding spots in California, across 1 county. Beryl is the family that includes emerald, aquamarine, morganite, and golden beryl. California offers a remarkable spread, from gold-bearing rivers in the Mother Lode to jade beaches on the central coast and the agate-and-jasper hills of the Mojave.
Map of 3 beryl rockhounding spots in California
Every beryl spot in California
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)Highway 76 | San Diego County | 33.2355, -116.7591 | Public | |
| Unnamed Location (Apatite/Aquamarine)Rancho Heights Road | San Diego County | 33.3905, -117.0693 | Public | |
| Ware MinePalomar Divide Road | San Diego County | 33.3329, -116.7675 | Public |
Beryl in California FAQ
Where can I find beryl in California?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 beryl spots in California, spread across 1 county. The strongest concentration is in San Diego County.
Is collecting beryl legal in California?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like beryl is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in California, 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 beryl location in California?+
San Diego County has the most beryl spots in our database for California. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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