Where to Find Chert in Wyoming
5 mapped chert rockhounding spots in Wyoming, across 2 counties. Chert 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 5 chert rockhounding spots in Wyoming
Chert by county in Wyoming
Counties ranked by number of chert spots in our database.
Every chert spot in Wyoming
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KemmererEmigrant Trail | Lincoln County |
| 41.8114, -110.4780 | Public |
| Farson | Sweetwater County | 42.1694, -109.4311 | Public | |
| Red DesertTipton-North Road | Sweetwater County | 41.8194, -108.2799 | Public | |
| Rock Springs | Sweetwater County | 41.6163, -109.1605 | Public | |
| Sweetwater CountyWY 374 | Sweetwater County |
| 41.5388, -109.4846 | Public |
Chert in Wyoming FAQ
Where can I find chert in Wyoming?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 chert spots in Wyoming, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Sweetwater County.
Is collecting chert legal in Wyoming?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chert 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 chert location in Wyoming?+
Sweetwater County has the most chert spots in our database for Wyoming. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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