Keystone Mine — Rockhounding in Del Norte County, California

Keystone Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Del Norte County, California. Reported finds include copper nuggets. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Del Norte County
State: California
Coordinates: 41.99306, -123.96278

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 Keystone Mine

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Copper Nuggets

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Keystone Mine FAQ

Where is Keystone Mine?+

Keystone Mine is in Del Norte County, California, at 41.99306, -123.96278.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Keystone Mine?+

Keystone Mine is reported to produce Copper Nuggets.

Is collecting allowed at Keystone Mine?+

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 Keystone Mine?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.99306, -123.96278 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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