Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.) — Rockhounding in San Diego County, California

Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.) is a mapped rockhounding spot in San Diego County, California. Reported finds include aquamarine, beryl, lepidolite, quartz, smoky quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: San Diego County
State: California
Nearest road: Highway 76
Coordinates: 33.23547, -116.75911

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 Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)

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Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.) FAQ

Where is Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)?+

Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.) is in San Diego County, California, at 33.23547, -116.75911. Nearest road: Highway 76.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)?+

Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.) is reported to produce Aquamarine, Beryl, Lepidolite, Quartz, Smoky Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)?+

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 Mine Dumps (San Diego Co.)?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 33.23547, -116.75911 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Highway 76.

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