Great place and even nicer owner…read more Will definitely be back. The owner was extremely knowledgeable and the place had an amazing selection.

An interesting rock yard with piles of glass, rock, and fossils…read more Quartzite is hot, and most of the rocks here are not under cover. Be careful picking up anything because some of their items can burn you. I'm not too sure what the market for some of these rocks are, I'm assuming garden and ornamental uses. In any case, it's a fun place to check out and stretch your legs. Tip - For smaller mineral items and fossils the prices were better down the street at Gem World.

1st time here, loved the gems. They do need more signage for newbies. Watch out for the vendors…read morethat only take cash...just throws me off as I don't ever have cash. To the Thai food vendor! Thank you so much for going above and beyond. Was amazing.

This is definitely my favorite rock show! It totally rocks! And there aren't even any bands. Just…read morerocks. It's gritty and real, far less commercialized than gem shows you typically find at fairgrounds. A large majority of the vendors here are true rockhounds, who have a passion for what they do. Many of these guys are the ones that found the rocks they are selling. So you will find much more raw material here, bulk rock, and other wholesale-type deals. There are giant amethyst stalagmites, barrels of agates, large quartz crystals, fossils, and every kind of stone you can imagine. Since the people are real and own the stuff they are selling, the prices can be negotiable, too. So if you like to haggle, haggle away. Especially if you are buying large amounts of stuff. The show is also huge, and it's unlikely that you could finish in one day. I know there's no way I could, and didn't when I passed by even though I wished for more time. Maybe it's because I have always marvelled at the amazing number of permutations that nature creates with what is essentially, dirt. Millions of years in the ground cooking and bam, awesome crystals, intricate patterns, beautiful colors. I only made it through about one third of the show in two hours. Overall, if you are up for an adventure and looking for something fun to do, the Desert Gardens Rock, Gem, and Mineral Show will definitely be worth the trip. Five stars all the way.

What a great place for vintage metal advertising signs, Buddha sculptures, African trade beads,…read morejewelry and much more. Staff were very nice. We found a few treasures to take home. A shopper's paradise! Shared parking on the side of the building,

Half Fast Mining in Quartzite, AZ has an excellent selection with fair prices. They have a lot of…read morefluorescent material and Haley was very helpful finding pieces to add to my collection. The selection, pricing and great service means we'll be back the next time we visit Quartzsite.

Rock lovers gotta visit here. My normal stops were closed so I thought it would be fun to see some…read moreof the other shops. He's got some great buys here. I got beautiful bumblebee jasper palm size stones for a song. Lots of turquoise, Australian Opal, Amethysts, jewelry, and wood carving items. Not everything is cheap but plenty of great finds from a real rock lover and educator. I learned several new things despite yrs of collecting. Did you know Bumblebee Jasper isn't really jasper? Me either.

Stopped in and found the friendliest, knowledgeable owner who has a real passion for crystals,…read moregems, carvings and wood. I found a beautiful amethyst piece, rutile, and a gorgeous smoky quartz. I cannot say enough about this amazing store with excellent merchandise but even better service. Can't wait to stop by again.

This was initially on my radar bc I love quirky bookstores and this fit the bill. I'm writing this…read moreout of compassion bc there hasn't been a lot of new info on here. The owner of the shop has long passed and his widow is trying to sell off what is left in their inventory despite her disabilities. They do have a lot of interesting old books that if, if you can find a use for them, please help her out by buying some. Cash only

Pleasantly surprised to find some quality NF books here, but could be better organized. Some of the…read morebooks tightly wrapped in protective plastic, makes it difficult for casual browsing. I got there on a day when they were having a half price sale and it brought some gems into my price comfort zone. Would definitely visit again, they do seem to get ongoing accessions.

Jim if you're reading this thanks so much for all the rock and crystal knowledge you shared with…read moreme! This place has soooo many rocks and crystals to choose from that I wish I would've had more time. I'm very happy to have found the perfect little moonstone, clear quartz and other fun treasures AND they were such a good deal!! If you're in the area I highly recommend making a pit stop here, me and my little one had the best time. Oh and it's cash only so go prepared!

good rock shop and they will negotiate on price. Nice selection and local material.In high ali flea…read moremarket.

The biggest flea market you can imagine. A whole month is…read moreshop and walk. The best unique, affordable items you can think of are here. This place is more filled with older retired people, i continue to see more dogs in strollers than kids.

One of the many rock and mineral shows held during January/February in Quartzsite Arizona. This was…read moreour first year at the Tyson Wells show. Tyson Wells can be best described as a swap meet focused on rocks and minerals. But unlike the Desert Gardens show ( down the road), which is focused only on rocks and minerals, the Tyson Wells show has many more vendors selling junk items made in China. That's probably the biggest negative about this show. You'll find everything here from animal skulls, to glass pipes ( like the ones you see on Live PD), and they even have a grocery store that sells mostly expired food items that were discarded from grocery stores. Perhaps one of the saddest things I saw was that one vendor was selling stalagmites and stalactites in one of the dark alleys. It's illegal to collect, buy, and sell stalagmites in several states. So should you still go here? If you're driving the 10 in January, definitely! It's free to park and visit and they have so many interesting things for sale here. You'll probably spend more than hour here, but it's worth it. Note - Earlier in the week we visited the Desert Gardens down the road and if you're looking for strictly rocks, minerals and fossils to add to your collection that's a better choice. The Desert Gardens show was family-friendly, Tyson Wells is like a true swap meet so you should treat it as such with your kids. Tip - You MUST visit the actual Tyson Wells Storefront. It's on the main street and you can't miss their sign. It's mostly a gift store and a MASSIVE selection of board games. The owners are soooo friendly to kids...