Ghost Ranch — Rockhounding in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

Ghost Ranch is a mapped rockhounding spot in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. Reported finds include agate. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Rio Arriba County
State: New Mexico
Coordinates: 36.30499, -106.48038

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 Ghost Ranch

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Agate

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Ghost Ranch FAQ

Where is Ghost Ranch?+

Ghost Ranch is in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, at 36.30499, -106.48038.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Ghost Ranch?+

Ghost Ranch is reported to produce Agate.

Is collecting allowed at Ghost Ranch?+

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 Ghost Ranch?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.30499, -106.48038 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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