Hysham — Rockhounding in Treasure County, Montana
Hysham is a mapped rockhounding spot in Treasure County, Montana. Reported finds include moss agate. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Hysham in Treasure County, Montana
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Treasure County
- State
- Montana
- Coordinates
- 46.17737, -107.17897
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Hysham.
- Yellowstone River (Billings area)Yellowstone County · 58 mi awayMontana Agate, Chalcedony, Chert
- Custer CountyCuster County · 63 mi awayMontana Agate
- Big Horn CanyonBig Horn County · 71 mi awayAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Pryor MountainsBig Horn County · 83 mi awayFossiles, Agate, Chalcedony
- Bear CanyonCarbon County · 100 mi awayGeodes, Agate
- TerryPrairie County · 100 mi awayPetrified Wood, Chalcedony, Jasper
- FrombergCarbon County · 100 mi awayCoal, Pyrite
- FallonPrairie County · 110 mi awayMontana Agate
Hysham FAQ
Where is Hysham?+
Hysham is in Treasure County, Montana, at 46.17737, -107.17897.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Hysham?+
Hysham is reported to produce Moss Agate.
Is collecting allowed at Hysham?+
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 Hysham?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 46.17737, -107.17897 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
