Crystals near Cody, WY
6 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Cody report crystal. The closest is Kirwin Mine, about 46 miles out (58 min drive).
Most collectable crystals in the field are quartz family: clear rock crystal, amethyst, smoky quartz, and rose quartz from pegmatites, veins, and vugs in host rock.
Map of 6 crystal collecting spots within 150 miles of Cody, Wyoming
Closest crystals spots to Cody
- Kirwin MinePark County, Wyoming46 mi · 58 min driveAzurite, Barite, Chalcopyrite
- CarbellaPark County, Montana103 mi · 2 hr 9 min driveAgate, Jasper, Petrified Wood
- BuffaloJohnson County, Wyoming123 mi · 2 hr 34 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Gastroliths
- Pole CreekMadison County, Montana141 mi · 2 hr 56 min driveGarnet, Gold, Quartz
- Atlantic CityFremont County, Wyoming142 mi · 2 hr 57 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Gold
- Warm SpringsFremont County, Wyoming147 mi · 3 hr 4 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
Every crystal spot within 150 miles of Cody
Sorted by distance from Cody. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirwin MineWood River | Park County | 43.8746, -109.2848 | Public | |
| CarbellaRock Creek Road South | Park County | 45.2175, -110.9273 | Public | |
| Buffalo | Johnson County |
| 44.4527, -106.5548 | Public |
| Pole Creek | Madison County | 45.5769, -111.5247 | Public | |
| Atlantic CityRiverview Cutoff | Fremont County | 42.4895, -108.7275 | Public | |
| Warm SpringsEmigrant Trail | Fremont County |
| 42.4908, -108.1721 | Public |
Crystals near Cody FAQ
Where can I find crystals near Cody?+
6 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Cody report crystal. The closest is Kirwin Mine in Park County County, roughly 46 miles away (58 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect crystals on public land near Cody?+
6 of the 6 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Where do quartz crystals actually form?+
In open pockets: vugs in limestone, gas cavities in volcanic rock, and pockets inside pegmatites. That is why digging productive crystal ground means following a vein or a pocket zone rather than sifting random soil. Loose points in creek beds are pocket material that erosion already freed.
How far from Cody do I need to drive?+
The nearest crystal spot is about 46 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 147 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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