Little Squaw Creek — Rockhounding in Owyhee County, Idaho

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

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Owyhee County
State: Idaho
Coordinates: 43.39166, -116.84852

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 Little Squaw Creek

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Fire Opal

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Little Squaw Creek FAQ

Where is Little Squaw Creek?+

Little Squaw Creek is in Owyhee County, Idaho, at 43.39166, -116.84852.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Little Squaw Creek?+

Little Squaw Creek is reported to produce Fire Opal.

Is collecting allowed at Little Squaw 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 Little Squaw Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 43.39166, -116.84852 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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