Cedar Creek and Trout Creek — Rockhounding in Mineral County, Montana

Cedar Creek and Trout Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Mineral County, Montana. Reported finds include gold. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Map showing Cedar Creek and Trout Creek in Mineral County, Montana

Quick details

Access
Public area
State
Montana
Postcode
59872

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.

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Cedar Creek and Trout Creek FAQ

Where is Cedar Creek and Trout Creek?+
Cedar Creek and Trout Creek is in Mineral County, Montana, at 47.17385, -114.87828.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Cedar Creek and Trout Creek?+
Cedar Creek and Trout Creek is reported to produce Gold.
Is collecting allowed at Cedar Creek and Trout 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 Cedar Creek and Trout Creek?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 47.17385, -114.87828 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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