Sugar Loaf Peak — Rockhounding in Elko County, Nevada

Sugar Loaf Peak is a mapped rockhounding spot in Elko County, Nevada. Reported finds include turquoise. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Elko County
State: Nevada
Coordinates: 40.32111, -114.25717

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 Sugar Loaf Peak

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Turquoise

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Sugar Loaf Peak FAQ

Where is Sugar Loaf Peak?+

Sugar Loaf Peak is in Elko County, Nevada, at 40.32111, -114.25717.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Sugar Loaf Peak?+

Sugar Loaf Peak is reported to produce Turquoise.

Is collecting allowed at Sugar Loaf Peak?+

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 Sugar Loaf Peak?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.32111, -114.25717 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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