Sportman Lake — Rockhounding in Albany County, Wyoming
Sportman Lake 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 Sportman Lake in Albany County, Wyoming
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Albany County
- State
- Wyoming
- Coordinates
- 41.12259, -105.62324
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 Sportman Lake.
- Red ButtesAlbany County · 3 mi awayGypsum
- LaramieAlbany County · 17 mi awayGypsum
- Jelm MountainAlbany County · 19 mi awayBismutite, Bismuth
- Copper King MineLaramie County · 23 mi awayBarite, Copper
- Laramie MountainsAlbany County · 32 mi awayAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Rambler MineAlbany County · 35 mi awayBarite, Loranite, Orpiment
- Chugwater CreekLaramie County · 43 mi awayBloodstone
- Como RidgeCarbon County · 57 mi awayPetrified Dinosaur Bones
Sportman Lake FAQ
Where is Sportman Lake?+
Sportman Lake is in Albany County, Wyoming, at 41.12259, -105.62324.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Sportman Lake?+
Sportman Lake is reported to produce Gypsum.
Is collecting allowed at Sportman Lake?+
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 Sportman Lake?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 41.12259, -105.62324 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
