Where to Find Opal in Nevada
4 mapped opal rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 2 counties. Opal forms when silica-rich water dries out in cavities. Nevada is one of the most spot-dense rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 4 opal rockhounding spots in Nevada
Opal by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of opal spots in our database.
Every opal spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonanza Opal MineVirgin Valley Road | Humboldt County | 41.7800, -119.1000 | Paid / fee | |
| Greenfire Opal MineSagebrush Creek Road | Humboldt County |
| 41.8148, -119.0080 | Public |
| Virgin Valley | Humboldt County |
| 41.8302, -119.0002 | Public |
| Lander CountyBattle Mountain Road | Lander County |
| 39.8858, -117.1130 | Public |
Opal in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find opal in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 opal spots in Nevada, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Humboldt County.
Is collecting opal legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like opal 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 opal location in Nevada?+
Humboldt County has the most opal spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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