Where to Find Manganese in Nevada
6 mapped manganese rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 5 counties. Manganese 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 manganese rockhounding spots in Nevada
Manganese by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of manganese spots in our database.
Every manganese spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Mountain704 | Clark County | 35.9503, -114.9974 | Public | |
| Goldfield | Esmeralda County | 37.7087, -117.2227 | Public | |
| GolcondaMidas Road | Humboldt County | 40.9429, -117.4300 | Public | |
| CalienteGreat Basin Highway | Lincoln County | 37.6916, -114.5241 | Public | |
| PiocheBurke Tunnel Road | Lincoln County | 37.9219, -114.4558 | Public | |
| White Pine County | White Pine County | 39.7601, -115.5180 | Public |
Manganese in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find manganese in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 manganese spots in Nevada, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lincoln County.
Is collecting manganese legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like manganese 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 manganese location in Nevada?+
Lincoln County has the most manganese spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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