Laramie: Gypsum Rockhounding in Albany County, Wyoming

Updated June 2026

Laramie is a mapped rockhounding spot in Albany County, Wyoming. Reported finds include gypsum. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Albany County
State: Wyoming
Coordinates: 41.36153, -105.51741

Geology at Laramie

This spot sits on ground mapped as Casper Formation and Fountain Formation, undivided that formed roughly 325 to 250 million years ago. Fresh exposures, cuts, and drainages are typically the most productive places to look on ground like this.

Mapped unit: Casper Formation and Fountain Formation, undivided
Age: 325–250 Ma (Pennsylvanian to Permian)
Elevation: 7,660 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Laramie

Best months: April to October. Typical highs run 79°F in midsummer and 32°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 6°F. At about 7,660 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, LARAMIE 2NW station (5 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

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.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Wyoming
Wyoming State Geological Survey
Fossil Butte National Monument
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Laramie

Each chip opens all spots that produce that material; the encyclopedia link opens the full ID and field guide.

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Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Laramie.

Across the state line from Laramie

Laramie is close enough to the Wyoming border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Laramie FAQ

Where is Laramie?+

Laramie is in Albany County, Wyoming, at 41.36153, -105.51741.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Laramie?+

Laramie is reported to produce Gypsum.

Is collecting allowed at Laramie?+

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.

What tools should I bring to Laramie?+

A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, safety glasses, and a collecting bag cover the basics here. Add a spray bottle: wet rock shows color and pattern that dry rock hides.

When is the best time to visit Laramie?+

The most comfortable months at Laramie are April to October. At about 7,660 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

How do I get to Laramie?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.36153, -105.51741 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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