Rockhounding in Billings County, North Dakota

1 mapped rockhounding spot in Billings County. Most commonly produces agate, chalcedony, silicified wood.

Billings County rockhounding photos

Representative spot and material photos from this county, shown where verified public image records are available.

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Badlands at Painted Canyon near Medora, Billings County, North Dakota — MedoraBillings County, North Dakota

Minerals reported in Billings County

Standout in Billings County

Hand-picked spot in Billings County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.

Top pick
Medora
Permission
Billings County
Medora sits in the badlands of Billings County, ringed by the Little Missouri National Grassland where the Forest Service permits casual collection of petrified wood, agate, and chalcedony.
Agate, Chalcedony, Silicified Wood

Spots in Billings County

Spot	Minerals	Coordinates	Access
MedoraI 94	Agate Chalcedony Silicified Wood	46.9233, -103.4921	Permission

Neighboring counties in North Dakota

Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Billings County. A natural extension if Billings County is already on your trip plan.

Across the state line from Billings County

Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into North Dakota.

Billings County FAQ

Where can I rockhound in Billings County, North Dakota?+

RockHoundR tracks 1 rockhounding spot in Billings County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.

What rocks and minerals are common in Billings County?+

Spots in Billings County most often produce Agate, Chalcedony, Silicified Wood. Individual spots can vary widely.

Are these Billings County rockhounding spots on public land?+

Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.

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