Nellie Spring — Rockhounding in Washoe County, Nevada

Nellie Spring is a mapped rockhounding spot in Washoe County, Nevada. Reported finds include opalite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Washoe County
State: Nevada
Coordinates: 41.39281, -119.52192

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 Nellie Spring

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Opalite

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Nellie Spring FAQ

Where is Nellie Spring?+

Nellie Spring is in Washoe County, Nevada, at 41.39281, -119.52192.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Nellie Spring?+

Nellie Spring is reported to produce Opalite.

Is collecting allowed at Nellie Spring?+

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 Nellie Spring?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.39281, -119.52192 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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