Bathtub Mountain — Rockhounding in Shoshone County, Idaho

Bathtub Mountain is a mapped rockhounding spot in Shoshone County, Idaho. Reported finds include staurolite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Shoshone County
State: Idaho
Coordinates: 47.07955, -115.56960

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 Bathtub Mountain

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Staurolite

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Bathtub Mountain FAQ

Where is Bathtub Mountain?+

Bathtub Mountain is in Shoshone County, Idaho, at 47.07955, -115.56960.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Bathtub Mountain?+

Bathtub Mountain is reported to produce Staurolite.

Is collecting allowed at Bathtub Mountain?+

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 Bathtub Mountain?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 47.07955, -115.56960 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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