Farson: Agate & Chalcedony Rockhounding in Sweetwater County, Wyoming

Updated June 2026

Farson is a mapped rockhounding spot in Sweetwater County, Wyoming. Reported finds include agate, chalcedony, chert, jasper, quartz, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Sweetwater County
State: Wyoming
Coordinates: 42.16939, -109.43109

Geology at Farson

This spot sits on ground mapped as Alluvium that formed within roughly the last 3 million years. Petrified wood typically travels as tough float, and worked gravels like these are exactly where weathered pieces tend to collect.

Mapped unit: Alluvium
Age: 3 Ma to present (Quaternary)
Elevation: 6,630 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Farson

Best months: April to October. Typical highs run 83°F in midsummer and 27°F in midwinter, with winter lows near -4°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, FARSON 2NNE station (2 mi away).

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Wyoming
Wyoming State Geological Survey
Fossil Butte National Monument
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Farson

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Farson FAQ

Where is Farson?+

Farson is in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, at 42.16939, -109.43109.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Farson?+

Farson is reported to produce Agate, Chalcedony, Chert, Jasper, Quartz, Silicified Wood.

Is collecting allowed at Farson?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Farson?+

A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, and a padded bag cover petrified wood hunting. Most pieces are surface float, so walking slopes and washes beats digging.

When is the best time to visit Farson?+

The most comfortable months at Farson are April to October.

How do I get to Farson?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 42.16939, -109.43109 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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