White Cloud Canyon area — Rockhounding in Churchill County, Nevada

White Cloud Canyon area is a mapped rockhounding spot in Churchill County, Nevada. Reported finds include copper, iron, silver, zinc. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Churchill County
State: Nevada
Nearest road: Coppereid Road
Coordinates: 39.84839, -118.21450

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.

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White Cloud Canyon area FAQ

Where is White Cloud Canyon area?+

White Cloud Canyon area is in Churchill County, Nevada, at 39.84839, -118.21450. Nearest road: Coppereid Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at White Cloud Canyon area?+

White Cloud Canyon area is reported to produce Copper, Iron, Silver, Zinc.

Is collecting allowed at White Cloud Canyon area?+

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 White Cloud Canyon area?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 39.84839, -118.21450 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Coppereid Road.

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