Where to Find Gold in Wyoming
6 mapped gold rockhounding spots in Wyoming, across 3 counties. Recreational gold panning is allowed on much BLM and Forest Service land. Wyoming offers some of the best agate and jade collecting in the country.
Map of 6 gold rockhounding spots in Wyoming
Gold by county in Wyoming
Counties ranked by number of gold spots in our database.
Every gold spot in Wyoming
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills National ForestSchoolhouse Gulch Road | Crook County | 44.3641, -104.0655 | Public | |
| Copper Prince MineBear Lodge Road | Crook County | 44.4828, -104.4939 | Public | |
| Atlantic CityRiverview Cutoff | Fremont County | 42.4895, -108.7275 | Public | |
| Owl Creek | Fremont County | 43.7110, -109.1956 | Public | |
| South Pass CityAtlantic City Road | Fremont County | 42.4705, -108.7692 | Public | |
| Kirwin MineWood River | Park County | 43.8746, -109.2848 | Public |
Gold in Wyoming FAQ
Where can I find gold in Wyoming?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 gold spots in Wyoming, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Fremont County.
Is collecting gold legal in Wyoming?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like gold 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 gold location in Wyoming?+
Fremont County has the most gold spots in our database for Wyoming. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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