Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande) — Rockhounding in San Diego County, California

Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande) is a mapped rockhounding spot in San Diego County, California. Reported finds include tourmaline, lepidolite, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Paid / fee dig
County: San Diego County
State: California
Nearest road: Porter Lane
Postcode: 92036
Coordinates: 33.07000, -116.60000

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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Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande) FAQ

Where is Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande)?+

Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande) is in San Diego County, California, at 33.07000, -116.60000. Nearest road: Porter Lane.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande)?+

Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande) is reported to produce Tourmaline, Lepidolite, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande)?+

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 Himalaya Tourmaline Mine (Mesa Grande)?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 33.07000, -116.60000 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Porter Lane.

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