![]() ![]() Access Cottonwood Canyon where it joins the Gila River Canyon belowĬanador Peak for views of these writings.The magnum opus of the Geode Collection the Hinged Bangle. wonders that have withstood the test of time in the high desert forĬenturies. Is locally well known for its amazing historical Indian petroglyphs Gila River Canyon via Fisherman’s Point for an enchanting experience to reach Lower Box WSA trails and Fisherman’s Point at the gravel road’s end.įisherman’s Point and White Rock Canyon are knownįor castle-like sheer rock walls and pillar rock formations found by way ofįollowing the course of the Gila River west of Fisherman’s Point. Northwest onto White Rock Canyon Road from Fuller Road gains access to the Gila Heading northeast of Duncan on Old West Highway 70 to Fuller Road. Access these outdoor-enthusiast attractions by The Gila River is accessible throughout this five-mile long, up toĦ00 feet deep river cut canyon. Mining District Area, and has been found to be resplendent with small veins of ![]() Rockhounding is abundant within the Caprock Gila Lower Box Wilderness Study Area is a desert oasis just over Sign directs you down a graveled side road to the rockhounding area. The MP 139 entrance to the Black Hills Backcountry Byway (in Graham County) a Black Hills Rockhounding Roadīlack Hills Rockhound Area – Only a couple miles from With FR 512 traveling northeast from the community of Loma Linda. Alternate access can be reached in connection with FR 512A junction Trail #311 can be reached by hiking northeast up Limestone Gulch afterĬrossing the San Francisco River near the north end of Frisco Avenue inĬlifton. Also enjoy hiking, biking, or horseback riding along Petroglyphs located on Painted Bluffs and abandoned mines and springs The lower portion of Eagle Creek to view such attractions as ancient Rockhounding opportunities for minerals suchĪs pyrite can be explored along the Coronado Mountain Ridge. ![]() Trailhead is located on the west side of theĬoronado Trail (US 191), MP 177. These nodules can also be found with many specks of Mulligan Peak’s purple agates can be found byĬareful digging and are recognized by bands of color ranging from lavender toĭeep purple and gray. Two chalcedony beds of purple agate are found around the peak, on the Mulligan Peak is a scenic landscape to behold by way of WardĬanyon Road, and another well-known rockhound collection site of GreenleeĬounty. Respectful of private property and cautious when viewing any mining areas. Lands, the more suitable is the Carlisle Road out of North Duncan easily traveledīy use of a high-clearance vehicle, though 4WD is always recommended. Accessible by way of traveling various dirt roads on BLM ![]() Manganese, calcite, quartz crystals of manyĬolors and a variety of collectable specimens are also found throughout theĮntire district. Magnificent set of world-class deposit sites for fluorite. Referenced by many mining district names suchĪs Duncan, Carlisle, Steeple Rock, Goat Camp, etc., this rockhound area is a For more information or to schedule a guided tour please contact Doug (928) 215-9912 or visit Rock-A-Buy Rock and GiftsĬarlisle Mining District Area – Rockhounding. They also offer knowledgeable guided tours of the Round Mountain BLM Rockhound Area. Regulations and tips for preparing yourself for a self-guided tour of Roundĭefinitely stop by Rock-A-Buy Rocks and Gifts in Duncan to get thelatest updates on rock hounding conditions and the places to look. Miles southwest on Lazy B Ranch Road (near New Mexico US 70 MP 5). No need to dig within this rockhounders “field of dreams”!Įleven miles east on US 70 from Duncan and seven Find fire agate, quartz crystal rose, geodes and many more specimensĪmongst a snow-like blanket field of chalcedony just waiting to be picked up Largest rockhounding sites for the elusive Fire Agate - nature’s pearl of theĭesert. Round Mountain BLM Rockhound Area is one of the nation’s Mountain BLM Rockhound Area next for more rockhounding in Greenlee County. Don’tįorget your pick and bucket to help scratch that rockhounding itch. You will find even more “prospective” rockhounding sites to behold. Across the highway heading into Ash Peak Canyon Highway”, as you enter Greenlee County on the west side. Greenlee County Newsletter | February 2023Īsh Peak is adjacent US 70, “The Old West.Greenlee County Newsletter | March 2023.Greenlee County Newsletter | April 2023.Greenlee Tourism Newsletter | July 2023.Discover Greenlee Newsletter | August 2023.Discover Greenlee Newsletter | September 2023. ![]()
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