Converse County: Copper & Chalcopyrite Rockhounding in Converse County, Wyoming

Updated June 2026

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

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Converse County
State: Wyoming
Nearest road: H-V Road
Coordinates: 42.49383, -105.78696

Geology at Converse County

This spot sits on Granitic rocks of 2,600-Ma Age Group, mapped as granite that formed roughly 4030 to 2500 million years ago. Plutonic rock like this weathers slowly into grus and boulders, and the most productive collecting is typically in weathered zones and drainages.

Mapped unit: Granitic rocks of 2,600-Ma Age Group
Age: 4030–2500 Ma (Archean)
Rock types: granite
Elevation: 7,470 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 Converse County

Best months: April to October. Typical highs run 80°F in midsummer and 27°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 0°F. At about 7,470 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, SHIRLEY BASIN station (18 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 Converse County

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Converse County FAQ

Where is Converse County?+

Converse County is in Converse County, Wyoming, at 42.49383, -105.78696. Nearest road: H-V Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Converse County?+

Converse County is reported to produce Copper, Chalcopyrite.

Is collecting allowed at Converse County?+

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 Converse County?+

A rock hammer, gloves, and safety glasses are enough for oxidized copper ground. Look for green and blue staining on weathered rock and in old dump piles.

When is the best time to visit Converse County?+

The most comfortable months at Converse County are April to October. At about 7,470 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

How do I get to Converse County?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 42.49383, -105.78696 in Google Maps. The nearest road is H-V Road.

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