Where to Find Manganese in Nevada
Nevada has 6 mapped collecting spots that report manganese, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Lincoln County County with 2 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 6 manganese collecting spots in Nevada
Standout manganese spots in Nevada
Hand-picked from the full list below, with the reason each one earns a trip.
Best counties for manganese in Nevada
Ranked by the number of mapped manganese spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every manganese spot we track in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 you find manganese in Nevada?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Lincoln County County, Clark County County, and Esmeralda County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many manganese spots are mapped in Nevada?+
6 spots across 5 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 manganese 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 manganese 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.
