Where to Find Opalized Wood in Wyoming
Wyoming has 5 mapped collecting spots that report opalized wood, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Carbon County County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 5 opalized wood collecting spots in Wyoming
Standout opalized wood spots in Wyoming
Hand-picked from the full list below, with the reason each one earns a trip.
Best counties for opalized wood in Wyoming
Ranked by the number of mapped opalized wood spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Carbon County2 spots
- Fremont County1 spot
- Johnson County1 spot
- Teton County1 spot
Every opalized wood spot we track in Wyoming
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SaratogaState Highway 130 | Carbon County | 41.5019, -106.8075 | Public | |
| Shirley Basin | Carbon County | 42.3318, -106.2585 | Public | |
| Atlantic CityRiverview Cutoff | Fremont County | 42.4895, -108.7275 | Public | |
| Crazy Woman CreekI 90 | Johnson County | 44.2548, -106.4263 | Public | |
| Thorofare WildernessFox Park-Yellowstone Trail | Teton County | 44.1233, -110.1169 | Public |
Before you go
Read the opalized wood identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Opalized Wood in the encyclopedia.
Opalized Wood in Wyoming FAQ
Where can you find opalized wood in Wyoming?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Carbon County County, Fremont County County, and Johnson County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many opalized wood spots are mapped in Wyoming?+
5 spots across 4 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 opalized wood in Wyoming?+
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. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
