Mockingbird Gap — Rockhounding in Socorro County, New Mexico

Mockingbird Gap is a mapped rockhounding spot in Socorro County, New Mexico. Reported finds include jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Socorro County
State: New Mexico
Nearest road: Wsmr P Route 7
Coordinates: 33.54583, -106.45268

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 Mockingbird Gap

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Jasper

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Mockingbird Gap FAQ

Where is Mockingbird Gap?+

Mockingbird Gap is in Socorro County, New Mexico, at 33.54583, -106.45268. Nearest road: Wsmr P Route 7.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Mockingbird Gap?+

Mockingbird Gap is reported to produce Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at Mockingbird Gap?+

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 Mockingbird Gap?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 33.54583, -106.45268 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Wsmr P Route 7.

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