Little High Rock Canyon — Rockhounding in Humboldt County, Nevada

Little High Rock Canyon is a mapped rockhounding spot in Humboldt County, Nevada. Reported finds include obsidian. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Humboldt County
State: Nevada
Coordinates: 41.28913, -119.29305

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 Little High Rock Canyon

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Obsidian

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Little High Rock Canyon FAQ

Where is Little High Rock Canyon?+

Little High Rock Canyon is in Humboldt County, Nevada, at 41.28913, -119.29305.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Little High Rock Canyon?+

Little High Rock Canyon is reported to produce Obsidian.

Is collecting allowed at Little High Rock Canyon?+

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 Little High Rock Canyon?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.28913, -119.29305 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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