BLM-designated public rockhounding area near Duncan in far eastern Arizona, popular for agate, jasper, and other colorful silicates on open desert hills around Round Mountain. Dispersed camping and day collecting allowed under standard BLM casual-use rules — one of the few formal rockhound areas on the AZ–NM border.
Field facts
| Region | Greenlee County, AZ |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 32.4847, -109.0595 |
| Era | BLM rockhound recreation area |
| Peak | Agate / jasper collecting |
| Access | Dirt roads from Duncan / US-70 |
| Nearby | Duncan / Clifton-Morenci |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaRound Mountain Rockhound Area0 km away
- Rec areaPeloncillo Mountains Wilderness12.7 km away
- Rec areaPeloncillo Mountains Wilderness Study Area13.8 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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