Golconda — Rockhounding in Humboldt County, Nevada

Golconda is a mapped rockhounding spot in Humboldt County, Nevada. Reported finds include gold, copper, iron, lead, manganese, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Humboldt County
State: Nevada
Nearest road: Midas Road
Coordinates: 40.94287, -117.43003

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 Golconda

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Golconda FAQ

Where is Golconda?+

Golconda is in Humboldt County, Nevada, at 40.94287, -117.43003. Nearest road: Midas Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Golconda?+

Golconda is reported to produce Gold, Copper, Iron, Lead, Manganese, Tungsten, Zinc.

Is collecting allowed at Golconda?+

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 Golconda?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.94287, -117.43003 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Midas Road.

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