Where to Find Common Opal in Nevada
3 mapped common opal rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 2 counties. Common Opal 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 3 common opal rockhounding spots in Nevada
Common Opal by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of common opal spots in our database.
Every common opal spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenfire Opal MineSagebrush Creek Road | Humboldt County |
| 41.8148, -119.0080 | Public |
| Rainbow Ridge Opal MineSagebrush Creek Road | Humboldt County |
| 41.7975, -119.0152 | Public |
| VyaLeadville Road | Washoe County | 41.2513, -119.5570 | Public |
Common Opal in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find common opal in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 common opal spots in Nevada, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Humboldt County.
Is collecting common opal legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like common opal 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 common opal location in Nevada?+
Humboldt County has the most common opal spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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