Cutter — Rockhounding in Sierra County, New Mexico
Cutter is a mapped rockhounding spot in Sierra County, New Mexico. Reported finds include jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Cutter in Sierra County, New Mexico
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Sierra County
- State
- New Mexico
- Coordinates
- 33.06434, -107.00271
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Cutter.
- Jornada ValleySierra County · 5 mi awayAgate, Chalcedony, Elixirite
- Elephant ButteSierra County · 8 mi awayAgate, Chert, Chalcedony
- Caballo MountainsSierra County · 17 mi awayAzurite, Chalcocite, Chalcopyrite
- Mud Springs MountainsSierra County · 18 mi awayAgate, Opalized Wood, Silicified Wood
- Hatch (goethite area)Doña Ana County · 23 mi awayGoethite, Fluorite, Quartz
- DerrySierra County · 24 mi awayChert
- Fra Cristobal RangeSierra County · 24 mi awayAgate, Jasper
- HatchDoña Ana County · 25 mi awayAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
Cutter FAQ
Where is Cutter?+
Cutter is in Sierra County, New Mexico, at 33.06434, -107.00271.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Cutter?+
Cutter is reported to produce Jasper.
Is collecting allowed at Cutter?+
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 Cutter?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 33.06434, -107.00271 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
