Pecos River Area — Rockhounding in Val Verde County, Texas

Pecos River Area is a mapped rockhounding spot in Val Verde County, Texas. Reported finds include barite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Map showing Pecos River Area in Val Verde County, Texas

Quick details

Access
Public area
State
Texas

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.

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Pecos River Area FAQ

Where is Pecos River Area?+
Pecos River Area is in Val Verde County, Texas, at 30.17361, -101.57519.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Pecos River Area?+
Pecos River Area is reported to produce Barite.
Is collecting allowed at Pecos River Area?+
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 Pecos River Area?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 30.17361, -101.57519 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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