Where to Find Cinnabar in Nevada
4 mapped cinnabar rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 4 counties. Cinnabar is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Nevada is one of the most spot-dense rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 4 cinnabar rockhounding spots in Nevada
Cinnabar by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of cinnabar spots in our database.
Every cinnabar spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Cloud MineRock Creek Road | Elko County | 41.0528, -116.6248 | Public | |
| Fish Lake ValleyCemetery Road | Esmeralda County |
| 37.7962, -118.0090 | Public |
| BeowaweBeacon Light Road | Eureka County | 40.5767, -116.5153 | Public | |
| BeattyBroadway | Nye County | 36.9015, -116.8362 | Public |
Cinnabar in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find cinnabar in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 cinnabar spots in Nevada, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Elko County.
Is collecting cinnabar legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like cinnabar 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 cinnabar location in Nevada?+
Elko County has the most cinnabar spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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