Gold near Sheridan, WY
4 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Sheridan report gold. The closest is Copper Prince Mine, about 123 miles out (2 hr 34 min drive).
Recreational gold collecting means panning placer gravels where moving water has concentrated heavy flakes and the occasional nugget, or working the dumps of historic lode districts.
Map of 4 gold collecting spots within 150 miles of Sheridan, Wyoming
Closest gold spots to Sheridan
- Copper Prince MineCrook County, Wyoming123 mi · 2 hr 34 min driveChrysocolla, Gold, Malachite
- Kirwin MinePark County, Wyoming132 mi · 2 hr 44 min driveAzurite, Barite, Chalcopyrite
- Owl CreekFremont County, Wyoming134 mi · 2 hr 47 min driveGold
- Black Hills National ForestCrook County, Wyoming145 mi · 3 hr 2 min driveFluorite, Gold
Every gold spot within 150 miles of Sheridan
Sorted by distance from Sheridan. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Prince MineBear Lodge Road | Crook County | 44.4828, -104.4939 | Public | |
| Kirwin MineWood River | Park County | 43.8746, -109.2848 | Public | |
| Owl Creek | Fremont County | 43.7110, -109.1956 | Public | |
| Black Hills National ForestSchoolhouse Gulch Road | Crook County | 44.3641, -104.0655 | Public |
Gold near Sheridan FAQ
Where can I find gold near Sheridan?+
4 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Sheridan report gold. The closest is Copper Prince Mine in Crook County County, roughly 123 miles away (2 hr 34 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect gold on public land near Sheridan?+
4 of the 4 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Do I need a permit to pan for gold?+
Hand panning is generally allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land that is not under an active mining claim, with no permit needed for pans and hand tools. Sluices and dredges fall under state rules and often do need permits. Check claim maps before working a creek: panning someone's claim is theft.
How far from Sheridan do I need to drive?+
The nearest gold spot is about 123 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 145 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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