Rockhounding in Granite County, Montana
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Granite County. Most commonly produces sapphire, chrysocolla, ore, pyromorphite.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Granite County, Montana
Minerals reported in Granite County
- Sapphire2
- Chrysocolla1
- Ore1
- Pyromorphite1
- Quartz1
- Rhodochrosite1
- Scheelite1
- Stolzite1
Standout in Granite County
Hand-picked spot in Granite County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.
Spots in Granite County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Pine MineFS 678 |
| 46.4478, -113.3669 | Public |
| Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine | 46.2467, -113.5922 | Public | |
| Gem Mountain Sapphire Mine | 46.2468, -113.5917 | Paid / fee | |
| PhillipsburgGranite Rd | 46.3193, -113.2805 | Public | |
| Rock CreekRock Creek Road | 46.3912, -113.6830 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Montana
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Granite County. A natural extension if Granite County is already on your trip plan.
- Ravalli County~23 mi3 spotsTop: Beryl, Green Beryl, Green Fluorite
- Deer Lodge County~28 mi4 spotsTop: Gold, Amazonite, Chrysocolla
- Powell County~35 mi3 spotsTop: Gold, Calcite, Chalcopyrite
- Silver Bow County~48 mi2 spotsTop: Bornite, Pisanite, Rhodochrosite
- Beaverhead County~65 mi5 spotsTop: Amethyst, Aquamarine, Corundum
- Jefferson County~65 mi7 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenopyrite, Cerussite
Granite County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Granite County, Montana?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Granite County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Granite County?+
Spots in Granite County most often produce Sapphire, Chrysocolla, Ore, Pyromorphite, Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Granite County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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