Brown’s Gulch — Rockhounding in Silver Bow County, Montana

Brown’s Gulch is a mapped rockhounding spot in Silver Bow County, Montana. Reported finds include sapphire. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Silver Bow County
State: Montana
Postcode: 59748
Coordinates: 46.01445, -112.68482

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 Brown’s Gulch

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Sapphire

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Brown’s Gulch FAQ

Where is Brown’s Gulch?+

Brown’s Gulch is in Silver Bow County, Montana, at 46.01445, -112.68482.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Brown’s Gulch?+

Brown’s Gulch is reported to produce Sapphire.

Is collecting allowed at Brown’s Gulch?+

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 Brown’s Gulch?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 46.01445, -112.68482 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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