Chugwater Creek — Rockhounding in Laramie County, Wyoming

Chugwater Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Laramie County, Wyoming. Reported finds include bloodstone. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Laramie County
State: Wyoming
Coordinates: 41.62021, -105.12866

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 Chugwater Creek

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Bloodstone

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Chugwater Creek FAQ

Where is Chugwater Creek?+

Chugwater Creek is in Laramie County, Wyoming, at 41.62021, -105.12866.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Chugwater Creek?+

Chugwater Creek is reported to produce Bloodstone.

Is collecting allowed at Chugwater Creek?+

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 Chugwater Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.62021, -105.12866 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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