Pay Dirt: Mining Claim & Prospecting Insights

Straight answers on mining claims, public-land access, and the geology behind where gold and gems actually turn up, written for people who'd rather be in the field than untangling BLM paperwork. No fluff, no recycled listicles: every post here either explains something in mining law that trips people up, or pulls directly from Staked Maps' own live claims and Rockhound Hotspots data to show real, current ground.

How to Tell If Land Is BLM Land (and Why Google Maps Won't Show You)

Google Maps won't show you land ownership boundaries. Here's why, and how to actually check before you go.

What Is a Mining Claim, Actually? A Plain-English Guide for New Prospectors

Staking a claim doesn't mean you own the land. Here's what a mining claim actually gives you, and the myths that get new prospectors in trouble.