Elm Creek — Rockhounding in Brule County, South Dakota
Elm Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Brule County, South Dakota. Reported finds include gray barite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Elm Creek in Brule County, South Dakota
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Brule County
- State
- South Dakota
- Nearest road
- Elm Creek Road
- Coordinates
- 43.56577, -99.30588
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.
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Found at Elm Creek
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- Gray Barite
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