Where to Find Fossils in Nebraska
Nebraska has 8 mapped collecting spots that report fossils, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Sioux County County with 3 spots. 8 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 8 fossils collecting spots in Nebraska
Best counties for fossils in Nebraska
Ranked by the number of mapped fossils spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Sioux County3 spots
- Sheridan County2 spots
- Cass County1 spot
- Dawes County1 spot
- Scotts Bluff County1 spot
Every fossils spot we track in Nebraska
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weeping Water156th Street | Cass County | 40.8670, -96.1607 | Public | |
| Dawes County | Dawes County | 42.6651, -103.1121 | Public | |
| Scottsbluff BadlandsOwl Road | Scotts Bluff County | 41.8518, -103.7082 | Public | |
| Pine RidgeElder Drive | Sheridan County |
| 42.9939, -102.5627 | Public |
| Whiteclay (Fairburn area) | Sheridan County |
| 42.9960, -102.6282 | Public |
| Agate Fossil BedsRiver Road | Sioux County | 42.4366, -103.7359 | Public | |
| MontroseMontrose Road | Sioux County | 42.9250, -103.7360 | Public | |
| Sioux CountyGlen Road | Sioux County | 42.5887, -103.5953 | Public |
Fossils in Nebraska FAQ
Where can you find fossils in Nebraska?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Sioux County County, Sheridan County County, and Cass County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many fossils spots are mapped in Nebraska?+
8 spots across 5 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect fossils in Nebraska?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 8 of the 8 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt fossils in Nebraska with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
