Rockhounding in Powell County, Montana
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Powell County. Most commonly produces gold, calcite, chalcopyrite, pyrite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Powell County, Montana
Minerals reported in Powell County
Spots in Powell County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown’s LakeBrowns Lake Road | 46.9502, -113.0155 | Public | |
| GoldcreekI 90;US 12 | 46.5945, -112.9434 | Public | |
| Pioneer | 46.5139, -112.9638 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Montana
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Powell County. A natural extension if Powell County is already on your trip plan.
- Granite County~35 mi5 spotsTop: Sapphire, Chrysocolla, Ore
- Deer Lodge County~37 mi4 spotsTop: Gold, Amazonite, Chrysocolla
- Silver Bow County~49 mi2 spotsTop: Bornite, Pisanite, Rhodochrosite
- Jefferson County~50 mi7 spotsTop: Gold, Arsenopyrite, Cerussite
- Lewis and Clark County~52 mi5 spotsTop: Gold, Sapphire, Cassiterite
- Ravalli County~58 mi3 spotsTop: Beryl, Green Beryl, Green Fluorite
Powell County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Powell County, Montana?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Powell County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Powell County?+
Spots in Powell County most often produce Gold, Calcite, Chalcopyrite, Pyrite, Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Powell 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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