Rockhounding in Granite County, Montana
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Granite County. Most commonly produces sapphire, chrysocolla, ore, pyromorphite.
Granite 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 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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