Where to Find Iron in Nevada
Nevada has 6 mapped collecting spots that report iron, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Churchill County County with 1 spot. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 6 iron collecting spots in Nevada
Best counties for iron in Nevada
Ranked by the number of mapped iron spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every iron spot we track in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 you find iron in Nevada?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Churchill County County, Clark County County, and Douglas County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many iron spots are mapped in Nevada?+
6 spots across 6 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect iron in Nevada?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt iron in Nevada with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
