Vya — Rockhounding in Washoe County, Nevada

Vya is a mapped rockhounding spot in Washoe County, Nevada. Reported finds include common opal, obsidian. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Washoe County
State: Nevada
Nearest road: Leadville Road
Coordinates: 41.25125, -119.55697

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 Vya

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Vya FAQ

Where is Vya?+

Vya is in Washoe County, Nevada, at 41.25125, -119.55697. Nearest road: Leadville Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Vya?+

Vya is reported to produce Common Opal, Obsidian.

Is collecting allowed at Vya?+

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 Vya?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.25125, -119.55697 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Leadville Road.

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