Rockhounding in Custer County, Idaho
9 mapped rockhounding spots in Custer County. Most commonly produces gold, agate, azurite, banded opal.
Map showing 9 rockhounding spots in Custer County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Custer County
Spots in Custer County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChallisGarden Creek Road |
| 44.4940, -114.2999 | Public |
| Challis (fluorite area) | 44.4998, -114.1904 | Public | |
| Empire MineNational Forest Development Road 496 |
| 43.8925, -113.6701 | Public |
| MackayNational Forest Development Road 496 | 43.8902, -113.6746 | Public | |
| Malm GulchMalm Gulch Trail | 44.3383, -114.2226 | Public | |
| Poison Creek | 43.7171, -113.6565 | Public | |
| Salmon River (Stanley area)Salmon River Scenic Byway | 44.2406, -114.9018 | Public | |
| StanleyEva Falls Avenue | 44.2234, -114.9492 | Public | |
| Wildhorse Canyon | 43.7654, -114.1017 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in Idaho
- Idaho County10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Owyhee County9 spotsTop: Agate, Petrified Wood, Bruneau Canyon Jasper
- Shoshone County9 spotsTop: Gold, Garnet, Staurolite
- Adams County7 spotsTop: Epidote, Malachite, Rhodonite
- Blaine County7 spotsTop: Galena, Jasper, Sphalerite
- Lemhi County6 spotsTop: Gold, Agate, Banded Agate
Custer County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Custer County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 9 rockhounding spots in Custer County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Custer County?+
Spots in Custer County most often produce Gold, Agate, Azurite, Banded Opal, Chalcopyrite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Custer County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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