Foothills of Sunset Peak — Rockhounding in Greenlee County, Arizona

Foothills of Sunset Peak is a mapped rockhounding spot in Greenlee County, Arizona. Reported finds include agate, blue jasper, black jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Greenlee County
State: Arizona
Coordinates: 33.11594, -109.26784

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at Foothills of Sunset Peak

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Agate
Blue Jasper
Black Jasper

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Foothills of Sunset Peak FAQ

Where is Foothills of Sunset Peak?+

Foothills of Sunset Peak is in Greenlee County, Arizona, at 33.11594, -109.26784.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Foothills of Sunset Peak?+

Foothills of Sunset Peak is reported to produce Agate, Blue Jasper, Black Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Foothills of Sunset Peak?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Foothills of Sunset Peak?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 33.11594, -109.26784 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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