Rockhounding in Lemhi County, Idaho
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Lemhi County. Most commonly produces gold, agate, banded agate, chalcedony.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Lemhi County, Idaho
Minerals reported in Lemhi County
Spots in Lemhi County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ima MinePatterson Creek Road | 44.5336, -113.6923 | Public | |
| LeesburgNational Forest Development Road 242 | 45.2216, -114.1166 | Public | |
| Meyers CoverWest Fork Camas Creek Road | 44.8214, -114.4959 | Public | |
| Panther Creek | 45.0953, -114.2304 | Public | |
| Parker MountainNational Forest Development Road 68 | 44.6068, -114.5458 | Public | |
| Salmon River (near Leesburg)Salmon River Road | 45.3867, -114.2677 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in Idaho
- Idaho County10 spotsTop: Gold, Corundum, Quartz
- Custer County9 spotsTop: Gold, Agate, Azurite
- 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 County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Lemhi County, Idaho?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Lemhi County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Lemhi County?+
Spots in Lemhi County most often produce Gold, Agate, Banded Agate, Chalcedony, Chalcopyrite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Lemhi 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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