Pilar (garnet) — Rockhounding in Taos County, New Mexico

Pilar (garnet) is a mapped rockhounding spot in Taos County, New Mexico. Reported finds include garnet, staurolite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Taos County
State: New Mexico
Nearest road: NM 68
Coordinates: 36.23651, -105.84092

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 Pilar (garnet)

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Pilar (garnet) FAQ

Where is Pilar (garnet)?+

Pilar (garnet) is in Taos County, New Mexico, at 36.23651, -105.84092. Nearest road: NM 68.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Pilar (garnet)?+

Pilar (garnet) is reported to produce Garnet, Staurolite.

Is collecting allowed at Pilar (garnet)?+

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 Pilar (garnet)?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.23651, -105.84092 in Google Maps. The nearest road is NM 68.

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