Rockhounding in San Diego County, California
8 mapped rockhounding spots in San Diego County. Most commonly produces lepidolite, quartz, beryl, aquamarine.
Map showing 8 rockhounding spots in San Diego County, California
Minerals reported in San Diego County
Spots in San Diego County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dig for GemsMagee Road | 33.3898, -117.0497 | Paid / fee | |
| Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande)Porter Lane | 33.0700, -116.6000 | Paid / fee | |
| Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)Highway 76 | 33.2355, -116.7591 | Public | |
| Stewart MineHenderson Road |
| 33.3813, -117.0622 | Public |
| Unnamed Location (Allanite)Jeremy Way | 33.3864, -117.1041 | Public | |
| Unnamed Location (Apatite/Aquamarine)Rancho Heights Road | 33.3905, -117.0693 | Public | |
| Victor MineTribal Access Lane |
| 33.2642, -116.9392 | Public |
| Ware MinePalomar Divide Road | 33.3329, -116.7675 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in California
- San Bernardino County8 spotsTop: Jasper, Blue Agate, Chalcedony
- Los Angeles County7 spotsTop: Banded Agate, Bloodstone, Chalcedony
- Trinity County7 spotsTop: Jade, Anthophyllite, Chalcedony
- Kern County6 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Siskiyou County6 spotsTop: Agate, Petrified Wood, Bloodstone
- Del Norte County5 spotsTop: Agate, Arsenopyrite, Chalcedony
San Diego County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in San Diego County, California?+
RockHoundR tracks 8 rockhounding spots in San Diego County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in San Diego County?+
Spots in San Diego County most often produce Lepidolite, Quartz, Beryl, Aquamarine, Bismuth. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these San Diego County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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