Needle Peak — Rockhounding in Presidio County, Texas
Needle Peak is a mapped rockhounding spot in Presidio County, Texas. Reported finds include agate. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Needle Peak in Presidio County, Texas
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Presidio County
- State
- Texas
- Coordinates
- 29.42831, -103.81041
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Needle Peak.
- The SolitarioPresidio County · 2 mi awayGalena
- Agua Fria RanchBrewster County · 11 mi awayAgate, Agatized Wood
- TerlinguaBrewster County · 14 mi awayCalcite, Calomel, Cinnabar
- Terlingua CreekBrewster County · 18 mi awayAmber, Agate, Chalcedony
- Area EBrewster County · 44 mi awayBarite
- Along US 67Presidio County · 45 mi awayTexas Bouquet Agate
- Stillwell Ranch N of Big Bend Natl ParkBrewster County · 46 mi awayAgate
- Chinati MtsPresidio County · 51 mi awayAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
Needle Peak FAQ
Where is Needle Peak?+
Needle Peak is in Presidio County, Texas, at 29.42831, -103.81041.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Needle Peak?+
Needle Peak is reported to produce Agate.
Is collecting allowed at Needle Peak?+
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 Needle Peak?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 29.42831, -103.81041 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
