Wamsutter — Rockhounding in Sweetwater County, Wyoming

Wamsutter is a mapped rockhounding spot in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. Reported finds include turritella agate. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Sweetwater County
State: Wyoming
Coordinates: 41.56993, -108.00756

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 Wamsutter

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Turritella Agate

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Wamsutter FAQ

Where is Wamsutter?+

Wamsutter is in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, at 41.56993, -108.00756.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Wamsutter?+

Wamsutter is reported to produce Turritella Agate.

Is collecting allowed at Wamsutter?+

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 Wamsutter?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.56993, -108.00756 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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