Dig for Gems — Rockhounding in San Diego County, California

Dig for Gems is a mapped rockhounding spot in San Diego County, California. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Paid / fee dig
County: San Diego County
State: California
Nearest road: Magee Road
Postcode: 92059
Coordinates: 33.38976, -117.04965

Land & collecting status

Pay-to-dig site

This is a fee-dig location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out.

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.

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Dig for Gems FAQ

Where is Dig for Gems?+

Dig for Gems is in San Diego County, California, at 33.38976, -117.04965. Nearest road: Magee Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Dig for Gems?+

Dig for Gems is on the rockhounding map but no minerals are listed in our reference. Open RockHoundR to see what other rockhounds have logged.

Is collecting allowed at Dig for Gems?+

Pay-to-dig site. This is a fee-dig location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Dig for Gems?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 33.38976, -117.04965 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Magee Road.

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