South Pass City — Rockhounding in Fremont County, Wyoming

South Pass City is a mapped rockhounding spot in Fremont County, Wyoming. Reported finds include gold. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Fremont County
State: Wyoming
Nearest road: Atlantic City Road
Coordinates: 42.47049, -108.76920

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 South Pass City

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Gold

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South Pass City FAQ

Where is South Pass City?+

South Pass City is in Fremont County, Wyoming, at 42.47049, -108.76920. Nearest road: Atlantic City Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at South Pass City?+

South Pass City is reported to produce Gold.

Is collecting allowed at South Pass City?+

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 South Pass City?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 42.47049, -108.76920 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Atlantic City Road.

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