Rockhounding in Madison County, Montana
11 mapped rockhounding spots in Madison County. Most commonly produces garnet, gold, jasper, quartz.
Map showing 11 rockhounding spots in Madison County, Montana
Minerals reported in Madison County
Spots in Madison County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bismark MineMammoth South Boulder Road | 45.6129, -112.0490 | Public | |
| Ennis | 45.1931, -111.9394 | Public | |
| Finnegan Ridge | 45.5038, -111.3832 | Public | |
| Gem Mountain |
| 45.3430, -112.3560 | Paid / fee |
| Gravelly RangeGravelly Range Road | 45.0917, -111.8567 | Public | |
| Jefferson RiverPrimrose Lane | 45.6902, -112.2745 | Public | |
| Mill Canyon | 45.6968, -112.1247 | Public | |
| Pole Creek | 45.5769, -111.5247 | Public | |
| Ruby RiverUpper Ruby Road | 45.2615, -112.0996 | Public | |
| South Boulder RiverSouth Boulder Road | 45.7263, -111.9747 | Public | |
| Virginia CityGrant Mine | 45.2758, -111.9512 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in Montana
- Jefferson County7 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenopyrite, Cerussite
- Park County6 spotsTop: Agate, Gold, Jasper
- Beaverhead County5 spotsTop: Amethyst, Aquamarine, Corundum
- Gallatin County5 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcedony, Corundum
- Granite County5 spotsTop: Chrysocolla, Ore, Pyromorphite
- Lewis and Clark County5 spotsTop: Gold, Sapphire, Cassiterite
Madison County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Madison County, Montana?+
RockHoundR tracks 11 rockhounding spots in Madison County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Madison County?+
Spots in Madison County most often produce Garnet, Gold, Jasper, Quartz, Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Madison 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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