Shirley Basin — Rockhounding in Carbon County, Wyoming

Shirley Basin is a mapped rockhounding spot in Carbon County, Wyoming. Reported finds include opalized wood. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Carbon County
State: Wyoming
Coordinates: 42.33184, -106.25853

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 Shirley Basin

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Opalized Wood

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Shirley Basin FAQ

Where is Shirley Basin?+

Shirley Basin is in Carbon County, Wyoming, at 42.33184, -106.25853.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Shirley Basin?+

Shirley Basin is reported to produce Opalized Wood.

Is collecting allowed at Shirley Basin?+

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 Shirley Basin?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 42.33184, -106.25853 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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