Silver Cloud Mine — Rockhounding in Elko County, Nevada

Silver Cloud Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Elko County, Nevada. Reported finds include cinnabar. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Elko County
State: Nevada
Nearest road: Rock Creek Road
Coordinates: 41.05277, -116.62484

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 Silver Cloud Mine

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Cinnabar

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Silver Cloud Mine FAQ

Where is Silver Cloud Mine?+

Silver Cloud Mine is in Elko County, Nevada, at 41.05277, -116.62484. Nearest road: Rock Creek Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Silver Cloud Mine?+

Silver Cloud Mine is reported to produce Cinnabar.

Is collecting allowed at Silver Cloud Mine?+

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 Silver Cloud Mine?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.05277, -116.62484 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Rock Creek Road.

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