Where to Find Iron in Nevada
6 mapped iron rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 6 counties. Iron 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 6 iron rockhounding spots in Nevada
Iron by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of iron spots in our database.
Every iron spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Cloud Canyon areaCoppereid Road | Churchill County | 39.8484, -118.2145 | Public | |
| Black Mountain704 | Clark County | 35.9503, -114.9974 | Public | |
| BuckskinMason Pass Road | Douglas County | 38.9925, -119.3517 | Public | |
| GolcondaMidas Road | Humboldt County | 40.9429, -117.4300 | Public | |
| Silver CityIndustrial Parkway | Lyon County | 39.2535, -119.6592 | Public | |
| Stokes Mine near GabbsIone Road | Nye County | 38.8888, -117.8303 | Public |
Iron in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find iron in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 iron spots in Nevada, spread across 6 counties. The strongest concentration is in Churchill County.
Is collecting iron legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like iron 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 iron location in Nevada?+
Churchill County has the most iron spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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