New Braunfels — Rockhounding in Comal County, Texas

New Braunfels is a mapped rockhounding spot in Comal County, Texas. Reported finds include petrified wood. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Comal County
State: Texas
Nearest road: Gruene Place Drive
Postcode: 78135
Coordinates: 29.72857, -98.10882

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 New Braunfels

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Petrified Wood

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New Braunfels FAQ

Where is New Braunfels?+

New Braunfels is in Comal County, Texas, at 29.72857, -98.10882. Nearest road: Gruene Place Drive.

What rocks and minerals can you find at New Braunfels?+

New Braunfels is reported to produce Petrified Wood.

Is collecting allowed at New Braunfels?+

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 New Braunfels?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 29.72857, -98.10882 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Gruene Place Drive.

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