Rockhounding in Socorro County, New Mexico
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Socorro County. Most commonly produces agatized picture wood, atacamite, azurite, barite.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Socorro County, New Mexico
Minerals reported in Socorro County
- Agatized Picture Wood1
- Atacamite1
- Azurite1
- Barite1
- Celestite1
- Cerussite1
- Chalcocite1
- Chrysocolla1
Spots in Socorro County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Ghost TownForest 190C Road | 34.0690, -107.1951 | Public | |
| Mockingbird GapWsmr P Route 7 | 33.5458, -106.4527 | Public | |
| Oscura MountainsWsmr South Route 3501 |
| 33.8118, -106.3750 | Public |
| Red Rock Spring |
| 34.3506, -107.2989 | Public |
| Silver Hill | 34.1253, -107.3037 | Public | |
| Strawberry Peak |
| 34.1056, -107.0043 | 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
- Luna County9 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Carnelian
- Hidalgo County7 spotsTop: Agate, Fluorite, Argentite
Socorro County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Socorro County, New Mexico?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Socorro County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Socorro County?+
Spots in Socorro County most often produce Agatized Picture Wood, Atacamite, Azurite, Barite, Celestite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Socorro 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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