S side of US 287 — Rockhounding in Ellis County, Texas

S side of US 287 is a mapped rockhounding spot in Ellis County, Texas. Reported finds include fossil leaf prints. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Ellis County
State: Texas
Nearest road: US 287
Postcode: 76065
Coordinates: 32.44340, -96.92260

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 S side of US 287

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Fossil Leaf Prints

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S side of US 287 FAQ

Where is S side of US 287?+

S side of US 287 is in Ellis County, Texas, at 32.44340, -96.92260. Nearest road: US 287.

What rocks and minerals can you find at S side of US 287?+

S side of US 287 is reported to produce Fossil Leaf Prints.

Is collecting allowed at S side of US 287?+

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 S side of US 287?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 32.44340, -96.92260 in Google Maps. The nearest road is US 287.

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