Rockhounding in Luna County, New Mexico
9 mapped rockhounding spots in Luna County. Most commonly produces agate, jasper, carnelian, chalcedony.
Map showing 9 rockhounding spots in Luna County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in Luna County
- Agate4
- Jasper3
- Carnelian2
- Chalcedony2
- Fluorite2
- Anglesite1
- Blue Chalcedony1
- Calcite1
Spots in Luna County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Diggins MineCounty Road C018 |
| 32.0459, -107.9433 | Paid / fee |
| Columbus | 31.8260, -107.7137 | Public | |
| Cookes PeakCookes Peak Trail | 32.5570, -107.7250 | Public | |
| Cookes Peak areaCookes Peak Trail | 32.5260, -107.7014 | Public | |
| General Area (calcite)County Road A016 | 32.3935, -107.7067 | Public | |
| General Area (Luna County) | 32.3316, -107.7059 | Public | |
| Massacre Mountain | 32.4447, -107.6751 | Public | |
| Rockhound State ParkThunder Egg Trail | 32.1873, -107.6126 | Public | |
| Tres Hermanas Mtscdt |
| 31.9307, -107.7255 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in New Mexico
- Catron County13 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Amethyst
- Rio Arriba County11 spotsTop: Agate, Chert, Mica
- Grant County10 spotsTop: Carnelian, Geodes, Apache Tears
- Sierra County10 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Hidalgo County7 spotsTop: Agate, Fluorite, Argentite
- Doña Ana County6 spotsTop: Fluorite, Quartz, Agate
Luna County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Luna County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 9 rockhounding spots in Luna County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Luna County?+
Spots in Luna County most often produce Agate, Jasper, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Fluorite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Luna County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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