Where to Find Quartz in Nevada
4 mapped quartz rockhounding spots in Nevada, across 2 counties. Quartz is the most abundant rockhounding mineral in the country. Nevada is one of the most spot-dense rockhounding states in the country.
Map of 4 quartz rockhounding spots in Nevada
Quartz by county in Nevada
Counties ranked by number of quartz spots in our database.
Every quartz spot in Nevada
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Mountain | Esmeralda County | 37.2568, -117.3044 | Public | |
| Goldfield | Esmeralda County | 37.7087, -117.2227 | Public | |
| Montezuma Peak | Esmeralda County | 37.6626, -117.3611 | Public | |
| Aurora Ghost TownAurora Road | Mineral County | 38.2883, -118.9017 | Public |
Quartz in Nevada FAQ
Where can I find quartz in Nevada?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 quartz spots in Nevada, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Esmeralda County.
Is collecting quartz legal in Nevada?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like quartz 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 quartz location in Nevada?+
Esmeralda County has the most quartz spots in our database for Nevada. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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