Popular fee-dig site in Dog Valley outside Verdi. Volcanic rhyolite produces quartz crystals, citrine, and reportedly amethyst. A favorite for Reno-area rockhounds and beginners.
Field facts
| Region | Washoe County, NV |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 39.5350, -120.0800 |
| Minerals | Quartz, Citrine, Amethyst |
| Type | Fee-dig operation |
| Access | Dog Valley Rd rough last mile |
| Source | renoroadtrippers.com |
| Material | Quartz crystals (silica) |
| Land status | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest (public) |
| Collecting | Permitted; ≤1 five-gallon bucket/week |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- CampgroundLookout Campground6 km away
- Rec areaStampede Reservoir7.7 km away
- CampgroundEMIGRANT GROUP7.8 km away
- CampgroundLOGGER CAMPGROUND8.6 km away
- CampgroundSARDINE PEAK LOOKOUT9.3 km away
- CampgroundBOYINGTON MILL10.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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