Where to Find Pyrite in Montana
5 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in Montana, across 5 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes. Montana is famous for its sapphires, Yogo and otherwise, and for the Montana moss agate gravels along the Yellowstone River.
Map of 5 pyrite rockhounding spots in Montana
Pyrite by county in Montana
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in Montana
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fromberg | Carbon County |
| 45.3930, -108.9316 | Public |
| WhitehallPaul Gulch Road | Jefferson County | 45.9179, -112.0411 | Public | |
| SylvaniteYaak River Road | Lincoln County | 48.7082, -115.8751 | Public | |
| Bismark MineMammoth South Boulder Road | Madison County | 45.6129, -112.0490 | Public | |
| Pioneer | Powell County | 46.5139, -112.9638 | Public |
Pyrite in Montana FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in Montana?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 pyrite spots in Montana, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Carbon County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in Montana?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite 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 pyrite location in Montana?+
Carbon County has the most pyrite spots in our database for Montana. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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