Where to Find Jasper in Nevada
9 mapped jasper rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 7 counties. Jasper is the opaque cousin of agate: silica-cemented, often vividly colored, and tough enough to take a high polish. Nevada is one of the most spot-dense rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 9 jasper rockhounding spots in Nevada
Jasper by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of jasper spots in our database.
Every jasper spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lahontan ReservoirKaren Road | Churchill County | 39.4476, -119.0493 | Public | |
| HendersonMcCullough Hills Trail | Clark County | 35.9740, -115.0574 | Public | |
| CoaldaleVeterans Memorial Highway | Esmeralda County | 38.0299, -117.8794 | Public | |
| Montezuma Peak | Esmeralda County | 37.6626, -117.3611 | Public | |
| Agate Point | Humboldt County | 41.7504, -118.3357 | Public | |
| Virgin Valley | Humboldt County |
| 41.8302, -119.0002 | Public |
| Lander CountyBattle Mountain Road | Lander County |
| 39.8858, -117.1130 | Public |
| Fernley Hills | Lyon County | 39.5336, -119.1566 | Public | |
| Aurora Ghost TownAurora Road | Mineral County | 38.2883, -118.9017 | Public |
Jasper in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find jasper in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 9 jasper spots in Nevada, spread across 7 counties. The strongest concentration is in Esmeralda County.
Is collecting jasper legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like jasper 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 jasper location in Nevada?+
Esmeralda County has the most jasper spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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