Wheatland — Rockhounding in Platte County, Wyoming

Wheatland is a mapped rockhounding spot in Platte County, Wyoming. Reported finds include moonstone, labradorite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Platte County
State: Wyoming
Nearest road: WY 34
Coordinates: 41.93916, -105.10637

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.

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Wheatland FAQ

Where is Wheatland?+

Wheatland is in Platte County, Wyoming, at 41.93916, -105.10637. Nearest road: WY 34.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Wheatland?+

Wheatland is reported to produce Moonstone, Labradorite.

Is collecting allowed at Wheatland?+

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 Wheatland?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.93916, -105.10637 in Google Maps. The nearest road is WY 34.

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