Where to Find Barite in Wyoming
4 mapped barite rockhounding spots in Wyoming, across 4 counties. Barite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Wyoming offers some of the best agate and jade collecting in the country.
Map of 4 barite rockhounding spots in Wyoming
Barite by county in Wyoming
Counties ranked by number of barite spots in our database.
Every barite spot in Wyoming
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rambler MineFrench Creek Road | Albany County |
| 41.2203, -106.2820 | Public |
| Copper King MineRoad 210 | Laramie County | 41.1449, -105.1860 | Public | |
| Kirwin MineWood River | Park County | 43.8746, -109.2848 | Public | |
| SunriseSunrise Highway | Platte County | 42.3358, -104.7016 | Public |
Barite in Wyoming FAQ
Where can I find barite in Wyoming?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 barite spots in Wyoming, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Albany County.
Is collecting barite legal in Wyoming?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like barite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Wyoming, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best barite location in Wyoming?+
Albany County has the most barite spots in our database for Wyoming. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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