Crystal Butte — Rockhounding in Fremont County, Idaho

Crystal Butte is a mapped rockhounding spot in Fremont County, Idaho. Reported finds include andesine. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Fremont County
State: Idaho
Coordinates: 44.29176, -111.70045

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at Crystal Butte

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Andesine

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Crystal Butte FAQ

Where is Crystal Butte?+

Crystal Butte is in Fremont County, Idaho, at 44.29176, -111.70045.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Crystal Butte?+

Crystal Butte is reported to produce Andesine.

Is collecting allowed at Crystal Butte?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Crystal Butte?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 44.29176, -111.70045 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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