Gemfield: Chalcedony Rockhounding in Esmeralda County, Nevada

Updated August 2026

Gemfield is a mapped rockhounding spot in Esmeralda County, Nevada. Reported finds include chalcedony. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Paid / fee dig
County: Esmeralda County
State: Nevada
Coordinates: 37.73951, -117.29403

Land & collecting status

Pay-to-dig site

This is a fee-dig location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out.

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.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Nevada, Recreation
Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology
Royal Peacock Opal Mine (fee-dig operator)
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Gemfield

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Gemfield FAQ

Where is Gemfield?+

Gemfield is in Esmeralda County, Nevada, at 37.73951, -117.29403.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Gemfield?+

Gemfield is reported to produce Chalcedony.

Is collecting allowed at Gemfield?+

Pay-to-dig site. This is a fee-dig location. Hours, prices, and what you can keep vary by operator. Call ahead before driving out. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Gemfield?+

Most agate and jasper is surface float: bring a spray bottle, a pick or small shovel, and a sturdy bag. Wet stones show their banding and translucence.

How do I get to Gemfield?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 37.73951, -117.29403 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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