A quick drive from Las Vegas where the volcanic wash produces amethyst crystals in rhyolite host rock. One of the most accessible collecting spots in southern Nevada.
Field facts
| Region | Clark County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 36.2333, -114.9333 |
| Minerals | Amethyst, Quartz crystals |
| Distance | Short drive from Las Vegas |
| Access | Dirt washes |
| Source | rockhoundresource.com |
| Material | Amethyst, Quartz crystals |
| Land status | BLM, casual hand collecting allowed |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- TrailheadSunrise Mountain5.4 km away
- Point of interestNelson Dunes Nw 26.9 km away
- Point of interestKiosk7.7 km away
- Point of interestNellis Dunes Nw 18.1 km away
- Point of interestNelson Dunes N 18.3 km away
- CampgroundLas Vegas Bay Campground12.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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