Fernley Hills — Rockhounding in Lyon County, Nevada

Fernley Hills is a mapped rockhounding spot in Lyon County, Nevada. Reported finds include agate, chert, jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Lyon County
State: Nevada
Coordinates: 39.53364, -119.15664

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 Fernley Hills

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Fernley Hills FAQ

Where is Fernley Hills?+

Fernley Hills is in Lyon County, Nevada, at 39.53364, -119.15664.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Fernley Hills?+

Fernley Hills is reported to produce Agate, Chert, Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Fernley Hills?+

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 Fernley Hills?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 39.53364, -119.15664 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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