Horseshoe Hills — Rockhounding in Gallatin County, Montana

Horseshoe Hills is a mapped rockhounding spot in Gallatin County, Montana. Reported finds include shale, trilobite fossils. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Gallatin County
State: Montana
Coordinates: 46.02226, -111.27120

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 Horseshoe Hills

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Shale
Trilobite Fossils

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Horseshoe Hills FAQ

Where is Horseshoe Hills?+

Horseshoe Hills is in Gallatin County, Montana, at 46.02226, -111.27120.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Horseshoe Hills?+

Horseshoe Hills is reported to produce Shale, Trilobite Fossils.

Is collecting allowed at Horseshoe Hills?+

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 Horseshoe Hills?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 46.02226, -111.27120 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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