Where to Find Chalcedony in Nevada
11 mapped chalcedony rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 7 counties. Chalcedony is the parent name for microcrystalline quartz, including agate, jasper, carnelian, and chrysoprase. Nevada is one of the most spot-dense rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 11 chalcedony rockhounding spots in Nevada
Chalcedony by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of chalcedony spots in our database.
Every chalcedony 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 | |
| HendersonMcCullough Hills Trail | Clark County | 35.9740, -115.0574 | Public | |
| Valley of Fire State ParkBitter Springs Trail | Clark County |
| 36.3981, -114.6937 | Public |
| Montezuma Peak | Esmeralda County | 37.6626, -117.3611 | Public | |
| Veterans Memorial HighwayVeterans Memorial Highway | Esmeralda County | 38.0251, -117.7848 | Public | |
| Agate Point | Humboldt County | 41.7504, -118.3357 | Public | |
| Golconda (petrified area)Eden Valley Road | Humboldt County | 40.9787, -117.4834 | Public | |
| Virgin Valley | Humboldt County |
| 41.8302, -119.0002 | Public |
| Lander CountyBattle Mountain Road | Lander County |
| 39.8858, -117.1130 | Public |
| PanacaUvada Road | Lincoln County | 37.7605, -114.3674 | Public | |
| Walker Lake | Mineral County | 38.7849, -118.7425 | Public |
Chalcedony in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find chalcedony in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 11 chalcedony spots in Nevada, spread across 7 counties. The strongest concentration is in Humboldt County.
Is collecting chalcedony legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcedony 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 chalcedony location in Nevada?+
Humboldt County has the most chalcedony spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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