Where to Find Kyanite in Montana
3 mapped kyanite rockhounding spots in Montana, across 2 counties. Kyanite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Montana is famous for its sapphires, Yogo and otherwise, and for the Montana moss agate gravels along the Yellowstone River.
Map of 3 kyanite rockhounding spots in Montana
Kyanite by county in Montana
Counties ranked by number of kyanite spots in our database.
Every kyanite spot in Montana
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Bar | Lewis and Clark County | 46.8131, -111.9292 | Public | |
| Missouri RiverDanas Point Drive | Lewis and Clark County | 46.7284, -111.8746 | Public | |
| Ennis | Madison County | 45.1931, -111.9394 | Public |
Kyanite in Montana FAQ
Where can I find kyanite in Montana?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 kyanite spots in Montana, spread across 2 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lewis and Clark County.
Is collecting kyanite legal in Montana?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like kyanite 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 kyanite location in Montana?+
Lewis and Clark County has the most kyanite spots in our database for Montana. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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