Where to Find Copper in Nevada
35 mapped copper rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 15 counties. Native copper is collectible in flake, sheet, and crystal form. Nevada is one of the most spot-dense rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 35 copper rockhounding spots in Nevada
Copper by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of copper spots in our database.
- Clark County4 spots
- Esmeralda County4 spots
- Lander County4 spots
- Douglas County3 spots
- Humboldt County3 spots
- Nye County3 spots
- Churchill County2 spots
- Elko County2 spots
- Eureka County2 spots
- Lincoln County2 spots
- Lyon County1 spot
- Mineral County1 spot
- Pershing County1 spot
- Storey County1 spot
- White Pine County1 spot
Every copper spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
Copper in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find copper in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 35 copper spots in Nevada, spread across 15 counties. The strongest concentration is in Clark County.
Is collecting copper legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like copper 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 copper location in Nevada?+
Clark County has the most copper spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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