Panther Creek — Rockhounding in Lemhi County, Idaho

Panther Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Lemhi County, Idaho. Reported finds include opal. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Lemhi County
State: Idaho
Postcode: 83229
Coordinates: 45.09533, -114.23035

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 Panther Creek

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Opal

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Panther Creek FAQ

Where is Panther Creek?+

Panther Creek is in Lemhi County, Idaho, at 45.09533, -114.23035.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Panther Creek?+

Panther Creek is reported to produce Opal.

Is collecting allowed at Panther Creek?+

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 Panther Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 45.09533, -114.23035 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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