Where to Find Gold in Montana
24 mapped gold rockhounding spots in Montana, across 13 counties. Recreational gold panning is allowed on much BLM and Forest Service land. Montana is famous for its sapphires, Yogo and otherwise, and for the Montana moss agate gravels along the Yellowstone River.
Map of 24 gold rockhounding spots in Montana
Gold by county in Montana
Counties ranked by number of gold spots in our database.
Every gold spot in Montana
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
Gold in Montana FAQ
Where can I find gold in Montana?+
RockHoundR tracks 24 gold spots in Montana, spread across 13 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lewis and Clark County.
Is collecting gold legal in Montana?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like gold is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Montana, 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 gold location in Montana?+
Lewis and Clark County has the most gold spots in our database for Montana. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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Hunt gold in Montana on the map
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