Rockhounding in Lewis and Clark County, Montana
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Lewis and Clark County. Most commonly produces gold, sapphire, cassiterite, chalcedony.
Lewis and Clark County rockhounding photos
Representative spot and material photos from this county, shown where verified public image records are available.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Standout in Lewis and Clark County
Hand-picked spot in Lewis and Clark County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.
Spots in Lewis and Clark County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Bar | 46.8131, -111.9292 | Public | |
| HelenaMRL Service Road | 46.6539, -112.1266 | Public | |
| Magpie GulchMagpie Gulch Road |
| 46.6629, -111.6610 | Public |
| Missouri RiverDanas Point Drive | 46.7284, -111.8746 | Public | |
| Spokane Bar Sapphire MineCastles Road | 46.6646, -111.8111 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Montana
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Lewis and Clark County. A natural extension if Lewis and Clark County is already on your trip plan.
- Broadwater County~27 mi3 spotsTop: Gold, Silver, Lead
- Jefferson County~35 mi7 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenopyrite, Cerussite
- Powell County~52 mi3 spotsTop: Gold, Calcite, Chalcopyrite
- Cascade County~53 mi4 spotsTop: Beryl, Galena, Polybasite
- Silver Bow County~59 mi2 spotsTop: Bornite, Pisanite, Rhodochrosite
- Deer Lodge County~66 mi4 spotsTop: Gold, Amazonite, Chrysocolla
Lewis and Clark County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Lewis and Clark County, Montana?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Lewis and Clark County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Lewis and Clark County?+
Spots in Lewis and Clark County most often produce Gold, Sapphire, Cassiterite, Chalcedony, Garnet. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Lewis and Clark 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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