Rattlesnake Butte — Rockhounding in Ziebach County, South Dakota

Rattlesnake Butte is a mapped rockhounding spot in Ziebach County, South Dakota. Reported finds include calcite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Ziebach County
State: South Dakota
Coordinates: 44.94963, -101.85922

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 Rattlesnake Butte

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Calcite

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Rattlesnake Butte FAQ

Where is Rattlesnake Butte?+

Rattlesnake Butte is in Ziebach County, South Dakota, at 44.94963, -101.85922.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Rattlesnake Butte?+

Rattlesnake Butte is reported to produce Calcite.

Is collecting allowed at Rattlesnake Butte?+

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 Rattlesnake Butte?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 44.94963, -101.85922 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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