Bald Butte — Rockhounding in Whitman County, Washington

Bald Butte is a mapped rockhounding spot in Whitman County, Washington. Reported finds include smoky quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Whitman County
State: Washington
Coordinates: 46.63157, -117.08787

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.

Found at Bald Butte

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Smoky Quartz

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Bald Butte FAQ

Where is Bald Butte?+

Bald Butte is in Whitman County, Washington, at 46.63157, -117.08787.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Bald Butte?+

Bald Butte is reported to produce Smoky Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Bald Butte?+

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.

How do I get to Bald Butte?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 46.63157, -117.08787 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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