Gold near Cody, WY
7 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Cody report gold. The closest is Kirwin Mine, about 46 miles out (58 min drive).
Recreational gold collecting means panning placer gravels where moving water has concentrated heavy flakes and the occasional nugget, or working the dumps of historic lode districts.
Map of 7 gold collecting spots within 150 miles of Cody, Wyoming
Closest gold spots to Cody
- Kirwin MinePark County, Wyoming46 mi · 58 min driveAzurite, Barite, Chalcopyrite
- Owl CreekFremont County, Wyoming57 mi · 1 hr 11 min driveGold
- JardinePark County, Montana84 mi · 1 hr 45 min driveArsenic, Gold, Tungsten
- GardinerPark County, Montana84 mi · 1 hr 45 min driveArsenopyrite, Gold
- Pole CreekMadison County, Montana141 mi · 2 hr 56 min driveGarnet, Gold, Quartz
- Atlantic CityFremont County, Wyoming142 mi · 2 hr 57 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Gold
Every gold 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 | |
| Owl Creek | Fremont County | 43.7110, -109.1956 | Public | |
| JardineCrevice Top Road | Park County |
| 45.0472, -110.5953 | Public |
| GardinerSin Nombre Road | Park County | 45.0443, -110.6063 | Public | |
| Pole Creek | Madison County | 45.5769, -111.5247 | Public | |
| Atlantic CityRiverview Cutoff | Fremont County | 42.4895, -108.7275 | Public | |
| South Pass CityAtlantic City Road | Fremont County | 42.4705, -108.7692 | Public |
Gold near Cody FAQ
Where can I find gold near Cody?+
7 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Cody report gold. 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 gold on public land near Cody?+
7 of the 7 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.
Do I need a permit to pan for gold?+
Hand panning is generally allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land that is not under an active mining claim, with no permit needed for pans and hand tools. Sluices and dredges fall under state rules and often do need permits. Check claim maps before working a creek: panning someone's claim is theft.
How far from Cody do I need to drive?+
The nearest gold spot is about 46 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 143 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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