Rockhounding in Carbon County, Wyoming
8 mapped rockhounding spots in Carbon County. Most commonly produces opalized wood, autunite, azurite, cobalt.
Map showing 8 rockhounding spots in Carbon County, Wyoming
Minerals reported in Carbon County
- Opalized Wood2
- Autunite1
- Azurite1
- Cobalt1
- Cobaltite1
- Coffinite1
- Copper1
- Erythrite1
Spots in Carbon County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| BaggsWY 789 | 41.0894, -107.5937 | Public | |
| Como Ridge |
| 41.8752, -106.0746 | Public |
| Creede MineDivide Spur 1A Road |
| 41.1927, -107.0503 | Public |
| Grand EncampmentWY 70 | 41.1566, -106.9373 | Public | |
| SaratogaState Highway 130 | 41.5019, -106.8075 | Public | |
| Seminoe Reservoir | 41.8892, -106.9752 | Public | |
| Shirley Basin | 42.3318, -106.2585 | Public | |
| Sierra MadreDivide Spur 1A Road |
| 41.1836, -107.0318 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in Wyoming
- Fremont County16 spotsTop: Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony
- Sweetwater County10 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Albany County6 spotsTop: Gypsum, Agate, Barite
- Big Horn County6 spotsTop: Fossils, Gastroliths, Gypsum
- Natrona County6 spotsTop: Agate, Chalcedony, Alabaster
- Converse County4 spotsTop: Chalcedony, Chalcopyrite, Chromite
Carbon County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Carbon County, Wyoming?+
RockHoundR tracks 8 rockhounding spots in Carbon County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Carbon County?+
Spots in Carbon County most often produce Opalized Wood, Autunite, Azurite, Cobalt, Cobaltite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Carbon County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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