Kelly Mine, Magdalena NM: smithsonite

ROCKHOUNDING PERMISSION REQUIRED DOCUMENTED

Where: Southwest · North America · approx. 34.08, -107.2 (vicinity only)

Why this spot: smithsonite, aurichalcite

What turns up: The Kelly Mine near Magdalena is the classic locality for blue-green smithsonite on old zinc dumps.

Access: Permission required.

Fee-dig site: pay to dig and keep what you find. Call ahead for hours, prices and what tools are allowed.

Satellite view, historic-map overlays, tide/flow context and field notes are in the app. Exact research detail is part of Pro.

Pins are approximate by design. This page is historical research, not permission to dig. Check ownership and local law first.