Where to Find Galena in Idaho
Idaho has 5 mapped collecting spots that report galena, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Blaine County with 3 spots. 4 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Every galena spot we track in Idaho
BellevueBlaine County, IdahoPublic access · Galena, Dufrenoysite, Magnetite +3
Ima MineLemhi County, IdahoCheck locally · Tungsten, Tetrahedrite, Chalcopyrite +3- HaileyBlaine County, IdahoPublic access · Galena, Gold, Monzonite +2
- KetchumBlaine County, IdahoPublic access · Tetrahedrite, Arsenopyrite, Galena +2
- BayviewBonner County, IdahoPublic access · Galena
Best counties for galena in Idaho
Ranked by the number of mapped galena spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Before you go
Read the galena identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Galena in the encyclopedia.
Galena in Idaho FAQ
Where can you find galena in Idaho?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Blaine County, Bonner County, and Lemhi County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many galena spots are mapped in Idaho?+
5 spots across 3 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 galena in Idaho?+
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. 4 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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