Mt. Antero Aquamarine Collecting
Salida, Colorado
About Mt. Antero Aquamarine Collecting
Mount Antero (14,276 ft) is one of the highest gem localities in North America and famous for exceptional aquamarine crystals. Access via 4WD trail to about 13,000 ft then hike to collecting areas. The high-altitude pegmatites also yield topaz, smoky quartz, and fluorapatite. This is a BLM public collecting area — no fee required but high-clearance 4WD essential.
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Mt. Antero Aquamarine Collecting is a pay-to-dig gem mine located in Salida, Colorado. Visitors can dig for Aquamarine, Topaz, Smoky Quartz, Fluorapatite, Phenakite and keep everything they find. Pay-to-dig experiences like Mt. Antero Aquamarine Collecting are popular with rockhounds, families, and gem enthusiasts looking for a hands-on outdoor adventure.
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