Where to Find Turquoise in Texas
3 mapped turquoise rockhounding spots in Texas, across 2 counties. Turquoise is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Texas rockhounding spans agate fields in the Big Bend region, petrified palm wood across the south and east, and limestone fossils across most of the state.
Map of 3 turquoise rockhounding spots in Texas
Turquoise by county in Texas
Counties ranked by number of turquoise spots in our database.
Every turquoise spot in Texas
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NE side of Carizo Mts | Culberson County | 31.0674, -104.8624 | Public | |
| General Area | Hudspeth County | 31.0377, -104.9169 | Public | |
| Sierra Blanc | Hudspeth County | 31.2568, -105.4267 | Public |
Turquoise in Texas FAQ
Where can I find turquoise in Texas?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 turquoise spots in Texas, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Hudspeth County.
Is collecting turquoise legal in Texas?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like turquoise is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Texas, 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 turquoise location in Texas?+
Hudspeth County has the most turquoise spots in our database for Texas. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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