Red Rock Spring — Rockhounding in Socorro County, New Mexico

Red Rock Spring is a mapped rockhounding spot in Socorro County, New Mexico. Reported finds include agatized picture wood, petrified cycad, petrified palm. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Map showing Red Rock Spring in Socorro County, New Mexico

Quick details

Access
Public area

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 Red Rock Spring

Each chip links to all spots in the U.S. that produce that material.

  • Agatized Picture Wood
  • Petrified Cycad
  • Petrified Palm

Nearby rockhounding spots

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Red Rock Spring FAQ

Where is Red Rock Spring?+
Red Rock Spring is in Socorro County, New Mexico, at 34.35061, -107.29887.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Red Rock Spring?+
Red Rock Spring is reported to produce Agatized Picture Wood, Petrified Cycad, Petrified Palm.
Is collecting allowed at Red Rock Spring?+
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 Red Rock Spring?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 34.35061, -107.29887 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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