Laramie — Rockhounding in Albany County, Wyoming
Laramie is a mapped rockhounding spot in Albany County, Wyoming. Reported finds include gypsum. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Laramie in Albany County, Wyoming
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Albany County
- State
- Wyoming
- Coordinates
- 41.36153, -105.51741
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Laramie.
- Red ButtesAlbany County · 14 mi awayGypsum
- Laramie MountainsAlbany County · 15 mi awayAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Sportman LakeAlbany County · 17 mi awayGypsum
- Copper King MineLaramie County · 23 mi awayBarite, Copper
- Chugwater CreekLaramie County · 27 mi awayBloodstone
- Jelm MountainAlbany County · 32 mi awayBismutite, Bismuth
- Rambler MineAlbany County · 41 mi awayBarite, Loranite, Orpiment
- WheatlandPlatte County · 45 mi awayMoonstone, Labradorite
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.
How do I get to Laramie?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 41.36153, -105.51741 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
