{"id":4176,"date":"2021-08-18T19:53:35","date_gmt":"2021-08-19T00:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/?p=4176"},"modified":"2024-03-13T08:47:57","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T13:47:57","slug":"wyoming-rockhounding-location-guide-map","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wyoming-rockhounding-location-guide-map\/","title":{"rendered":"Wyoming Rockhounding Location Guide &#038; Map"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:79.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.444444444444%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:87.5%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:75.043327556326%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:70.777777777778%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Rockhounding in Wyoming is a great way to get out and enjoy the state&rsquo;s expansive landscapes and beautifully unique terrain. Wyoming happens to be among the best states in the entire country for rockhounding thanks to the sheer volume of prospective collecting sites and the impressive array of rocks and minerals to be found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wyoming is perhaps most well known for its world-class National Parks like Yellowstone and Grand Teton. While you can&rsquo;t collect rocks within those parks, the fantastically complicated and gorgeous geology found within their borders is a testament to the complex geological history of the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The relatively recent volcanic and metamorphic activity in Wyoming has given rise to many desirable and sought-after rocks and minerals, but it helps to have an idea of where to look and what to search for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The best place to rockhound in Wyoming is Fremont County where you can find nephrite jade and Turritella agates in relative abundance. The gravels of streams and rivers like the Sweetwater and Wind Rivers are great places to search for rocks and minerals like quartz, agate, and petrified wood.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table aligncenter is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e7f5fe\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">State Symbols<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">State Mineral<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&mdash;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">State Rock<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">&mdash;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">State Gemstone<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Nephrite Jade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">State Fossil<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Knightia<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/List_of_U.S._state_minerals,_rocks,_stones_and_gemstones\" target=\"_blank\">Source<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"714\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692.jpg\" alt=\"Nephrite Jade\" class=\"wp-image-4178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692.jpg 900w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-300x238.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-768x609.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"714\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20900%20714'%3E%3Crect%20width='900'%20height='714'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Nephrite Jade\" class=\"wp-image-4178 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692.jpg 900w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-300x238.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-768x609.jpg 768w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nephrite Jade<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This article will dive deeper into the many great rockhounding sites across the state (along with maps), but I&rsquo;d like to highlight a few standouts here. <strong>Here are 10 of the best rockhounding sites for rocks and minerals in Wyoming:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"block-eb9d0639-c6c2-4594-b7bb-31cf52e0f49a\">\n<li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B032'15.9%22N+108%C2%B056'26.0%22W\/@42.537749,-108.942757,781m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8759bd71ce5c1349:0xc6b1e6254b47507b!2sSweetwater+River!3b1!8m2!3d42.4785454!4d-109.0170008!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.5377492!4d-108.940563\" target=\"_blank\">Fremont County<\/a> <\/strong>&ndash; Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper, Jade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Split+Rock\/@42.480612,-107.5315,781m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x875e9c584dc1a887:0xe1fe87d7a7558dc7!8m2!3d42.4810681!4d-107.5295139\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Split Rock<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Ruby, &lsquo;Sweetwater&rsquo; Agate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Sweetwater+County,+WY\/@41.6012591,-109.1027111,107550m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x875a53b4e25f5611:0x70aeff471713a0a2!8m2!3d41.8519395!4d-109.1880047\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Sweetwater County<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Agate, Quartz crystals, Chert<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B036'58.5%22N+109%C2%B009'37.9%22W\/@41.616256,-109.1627127,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875b9a587d7fdcd7:0x5f428eb6e92a76d9!2sRed+Desert!3b1!8m2!3d41.8240099!4d-108.2857676!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.6162519!4d-109.1605235\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Rock Springs<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Silicified wood, Agate, Jasper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B046'10.7%22N+105%C2%B046'21.6%22W\/@42.769649,-105.774848,778m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876129f9c55a8557:0xfcb9e5617fc08406!2sBox+Elder+Canyon!3b1!8m2!3d42.7730222!4d-105.771111!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.7696491!4d-105.7726536\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Box Elder Canyon<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Geodes, quartz crystals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"color: initial;\"><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B034'11.7%22N+108%C2%B000'27.2%22W\/@41.569931,-108.0097477,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875b0ee8d7840a7d:0xa38c323e8f8ec061!2sBitter+Creek,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d41.551073!4d-108.5553837!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5699271!4d-108.0075592\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Wamsutter Agate Beds<\/strong><\/a><b> <\/b>&ndash; Turritella agates<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B048'40.9%22N+110%C2%B028'40.7%22W\/@41.811368,-110.4787578,281m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.8113681!4d-110.4779766\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Kemmerer<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Petrified wood, Agate, Chert, Jasper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B034'23.7%22N+105%C2%B030'03.1%22W\/@41.573254,-105.503063,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876631e748d8f125:0xc1b71c30ccdc8ce5!2sLaramie+Mountains!3b1!8m2!3d41.6338428!4d-105.665873!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5732541!4d-105.5008688\" target=\"_blank\">Laramie Mountains<\/a> <\/strong>&ndash; Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B047'51.7%22N+108%C2%B002'50.5%22W\/@44.797699,-108.04956,752m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x5349636e2ccef929:0x8f122648394cc61b!2sLittle+Sheep+Mountain!3b1!8m2!3d44.7941211!4d-108.2592779!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.7976986!4d-108.0473657\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Lovell<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; Fossils, Dinosaur bones, Gastroliths<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B028'43.8%22N+107%C2%B022'04.9%22W\/@42.478824,-107.3688929,310m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876090926d0d91e9:0xdbcf37f79b6e15d4!2sNatrona+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d42.8313837!4d-106.912251!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4788243!4d-107.3680222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Sweetwater River<\/strong><\/a> &ndash; &lsquo;Sweetwater&rsquo; Agates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rocks and Minerals Found in Wyoming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re doing some rockhounding in Wyoming, you won&rsquo;t be lacking for rocks and minerals to find. Wyoming is home to a large array of rocks and minerals that will be of interest to the collector, some of which are fairly unique to the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the more unique specimens you may be interested in are Turritella agates and nephrite jade which can both be found in relative abundance if you look in the right places. Many other varieties of agates, jasper, petrified and opalized wood are also very commonly found in gravels and washes all over the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking for gemstones and crystals, Wyoming is home to quite a few that will make good additions to your collection. Select locations &ndash; particularly the tailings of old mines &ndash; are prime spots for specimens of minerals like azurite, malachite, beryl, tourmaline, and garnet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The most commonly found and collected rocks and minerals in Wyoming are:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul>\n<li>Nephrite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jasper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Azurite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Petrified wood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malachite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quartz crystals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beryl<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tourmaline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garnet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954.jpg\" alt=\"Petrified wood\" class=\"wp-image-3858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954.jpg 900w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954.jpg\" alt=\"Petrified wood\" class=\"wp-image-3858 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954.jpg 900w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_22801954.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Petrified wood<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you&rsquo;ve already found a rock and you&rsquo;re not sure what it is, I would highly recommend checking out my <a href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/practical-rock-identification\/\">Practical Rock Identification System<\/a>.<\/strong> This bundle of information includes a book, videos, and online tools. It is, simply put, the most comprehensive and easy-to-understand rock identification system you&rsquo;ll find anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also read through my free <a href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/how-to-identify-your-rocks-full-guide-with-helpful-tools\/\"><strong>rock identification guide<\/strong><\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/how-to-identify-minerals-a-helpful-guide-with-pictures\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>mineral identification guide<\/strong><\/a> which are filled with useful information and tools. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rockhounding Sites in Wyoming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><strong>Important Disclaimer: <\/strong>I have not been to these locations myself, and I do not know if they are currently open for collecting. Use this resource as a guide to get you started. Follow posted signage and always get permission from the landowner to collect.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1VZcIo9Mo5TfpoazHfIJKHevDnO14D_0&amp;ehbc=2E312F&amp;noprof=1\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through quite a bit of research and cross-referencing of available literature, I have compiled this list of some prospective locations in Wyoming which I would recommend to people looking to do some rockhounding. These are mostly comprised of old mining prospects, washes, streams, and historically known rock and mineral collecting sites. For additional reading, I&rsquo;d highly recommend these books you can find on Amazon:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/37N4W4w\" target=\"_blank\">Rockhounding Wyoming<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VXpx3Y\" target=\"_blank\">Gems, Minerals &amp; Rocks of Wyoming<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3CObBK5\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Roadside Geology of Wyoming<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3xQkK1c\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Northwest Treasure Hunter&rsquo;s Gem &amp; Mineral Guide<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VZQcMY\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Earth Treasures: The Northwestern Quadrant<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3mY1LxH\" target=\"_blank\">Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Please remember that rock collecting locations are constantly changing. Specimens may become depleted from other collectors, the location may have been built on or altered, locality information in literature may be inaccurate, and property ownership may have changed hands.  Joining up with a local rockhounding club for a group trip can often get you access to otherwise off-limits locations like privately owned mines and quarries. There are <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.rockhounds.com\/rockshop\/clubs\/wyoming.shtml\" target=\"_blank\">many rockhounding clubs in Wyoming<\/a> so you can most likely find one you like nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have tried to take care not to list locations within National Park boundaries since collecting is illegal there, but please remember that it is up to you to make sure you have permission to collect wherever you are. There is plenty of BLM and National Forest land to collect on in Wyoming which is, in general, open for public use. Still, there may be privately owned mining claims inside those boundaries and you&rsquo;ll need to get permission to collect on that location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Though there are many locations listed here, this list is far from exhaustive. A location&rsquo;s listing here is not a guarantee of accuracy. <strong>Be safe, never go underground, and make sure to get permission from the landowner to search for and collect specimens.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re planning on heading to the field, <strong>make sure you have all the gear you&rsquo;ll need!<\/strong> To get started, you can <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/best-rockhounding-gear-my-picks\/\" target=\"_blank\">check out my recommended gear page<\/a><\/strong> which contains my full reviews for <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/best-rockhounding-gear-my-picks\/rock-hammers-picks\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>every <\/strong><\/a><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35OBHxJ\" target=\"_blank\">Geologist&rsquo;s <\/a><\/strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3nSlxcV\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>favorite rock hammer<\/strong><\/a> and the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Osprey-Packs-Stratos-Backpack-Black\/dp\/B01IEX2TEO\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?dchild=1&amp;keywords=osprey+stratos+24&amp;qid=1602547901&amp;sr=8-1&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=rockhoundreso-20&amp;linkId=2199ac3fa66e04cc8dd311db17bf6a97&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>best hiking backpack I&rsquo;ve ever owned<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Western Wyoming Rockhounding Sites<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Western Wyoming is hard to beat if you&rsquo;re a rockhound. While much of the region is difficult to access, a large portion of the land is managed by the National Forest Service and is largely open to the public for collecting. This land is filled with hundreds of prospective rockhounding sites where you can find a nice variety of rocks and minerals including nephrite jade, azurite, quartz crystals, and unique varieties of agates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p><strong>Wyoming&rsquo;s state gemstone, nephrite, can primarily be found in Fremont County, particularly in the large area centered around the towns of Lander and Atlantic City<\/strong>. Stream gravels, washes, and draws all over this region will have the potential to contain nephrite jade as well as agates and petrified wood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e3f5fd\"><thead><tr><th>Location<\/th><th>Rocks &amp; Minerals<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B031'03.1%22N+107%C2%B049'08.0%22W\/@44.517525,-107.8199778,379m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534bcad461fa947d:0xde1b867214591552!2sRed+Gulch!3b1!8m2!3d44.5277374!4d-107.8331484!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.5175255!4d-107.818876\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Red Gulch, in beds of red shales<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B038'47.3%22N+107%C2%B048'25.2%22W\/@44.646475,-107.809182,754m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.6464747!4d-107.8069882\" target=\"_blank\">Greybull, area washes and draws btwn Big Horn River and Mountains<\/a><\/td><td>Gastroliths, Petrified dinosaur bones, Fossils<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B014'38.9%22N+107%C2%B031'33.5%22W\/@44.244134,-107.528176,759m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534a550b516d71c7:0xa89b2f311f12e61d!2sHyattville,+WY+82428!3b1!8m2!3d44.2457932!4d-107.60286!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.2441343!4d-107.5259816\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hyattville, area outcrops<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum, Dinosaur bones, Gastroliths, Fossils<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B045'52.8%22N+108%C2%B012'20.4%22W\/@44.764671,-108.207854,752m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x5349636e2ccef929:0x8f122648394cc61b!2sLittle+Sheep+Mountain!3b1!8m2!3d44.7941211!4d-108.2592779!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.7646715!4d-108.2056602\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lovell, hogbacks for Little Sheep Mt.<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum, Fossils<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B047'51.7%22N+108%C2%B002'50.5%22W\/@44.797699,-108.04956,752m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x5349636e2ccef929:0x8f122648394cc61b!2sLittle+Sheep+Mountain!3b1!8m2!3d44.7941211!4d-108.2592779!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.7976986!4d-108.0473657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lovell, E to Big Horn Mountains in draws and washes<\/a><\/td><td>Fossils, Ammonites, Dinosaur bones, Gastroliths<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B057'51.6%22N+108%C2%B015'03.2%22W\/@44.964342,-108.253091,750m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534908bcbb77192d:0xa5a93cb408f85106!2sPryor+Mountains!3b1!8m2!3d45.168333!4d-108.335278!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.9643417!4d-108.2508973\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Big Horn River, near Montana border<\/a><\/td><td>Concretions, Agate (&lsquo;dry head&rsquo; agate&rsquo;)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B026'50.3%22N+108%C2%B059'45.0%22W\/@42.447313,-108.9977398,677m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8759bd71ce5c1349:0xc6b1e6254b47507b!2sSweetwater+River!3b1!8m2!3d42.5023733!4d-108.9621298!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4473132!4d-108.9958413\" target=\"_blank\">Sweetwater River, in gravels<\/a><\/td><td>Agate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B032'15.9%22N+108%C2%B056'26.0%22W\/@42.537749,-108.942757,781m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8759bd71ce5c1349:0xc6b1e6254b47507b!2sSweetwater+River!3b1!8m2!3d42.4785454!4d-109.0170008!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.5377492!4d-108.940563\" target=\"_blank\">Fremont County, all regional washes and draws<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Bonanza+Mine\/@43.379931,-107.8848535,203m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x875f4f1492bd2407:0xdcc94a00b883ccd7!8m2!3d43.3799579!4d-107.8842542!15sCgRtaW5lkgEPbmF0dXJhbF9mZWF0dXJl\" target=\"_blank\">Copper Mountain, area mines to S<\/a><\/td><td>Uranium minerals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B028'18.3%22N+107%C2%B010'46.5%22W\/@42.471741,-107.181784,781m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875dd6fe43dcf697:0xc614c769228e9c34!2sGranite+Mountain!3b1!8m2!3d42.4491255!4d-107.150334!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4717413!4d-107.1795896\" target=\"_blank\">Granite Mountains, area to NW<\/a><\/td><td>Chalcedony<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B029'22.1%22N+108%C2%B043'39.2%22W\/@42.48946,-108.729735,781m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534cdbd5955700af:0x9126570773ad4611!2sAtlantic+City,+WY+82520!3b1!8m2!3d42.4966221!4d-108.7306677!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4894598!4d-108.7275408\" target=\"_blank\">Atlantic City, area stream gravels, draws, etc.<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Gold, Nephrite jade, Jade, Jasper, Muscovite, Quartz crystals, Agatized wood, Opalized wood, Tourmaline<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/43%C2%B007'54.6%22N+108%C2%B058'43.6%22W\/@43.131821,-108.9798507,374m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8758599950c222f7:0xef3e870948f886d0!2sFort+Washakie,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d43.006346!4d-108.882346!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.1318214!4d-108.9787896\" target=\"_blank\">Fort Washakie, area 10 mi. N<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (moss agate), Chalcedony, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B021'26.5%22N+107%C2%B043'25.1%22W\/@42.357364,-107.725843,783m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875ea5a6906e1045:0x56169e770b5a76d9!2sJeffrey+City,+WY+82310!3b1!8m2!3d42.4946782!4d-107.8273018!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.357364!4d-107.7236488\" target=\"_blank\">Green Mountain, S of Jeffrey City<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (banded, moss), Aventurine, Garnet, Sapphire<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B019'13.4%22N+107%C2%B032'04.1%22W\/@42.320381,-107.536659,783m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534cda04e8f7898b:0x80c8892e7df8d6b7!2sFremont+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d43.0119968!4d-108.6175626!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.3203813!4d-107.5344651\" target=\"_blank\">Fremont County, washes and draws in extreme SE corner<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (&lsquo;Sweetwater agate&rsquo;), Nephrite jade, Jade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B033'37.7%22N+108%C2%B007'31.5%22W\/@42.560459,-108.127622,780m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534cdbd5955700af:0x466a779abe9d3d13!2sLander,+WY+82520!3b1!8m2!3d42.833014!4d-108.7306725!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.5604593!4d-108.1254279\" target=\"_blank\">Sweetwater, large area to SE of Lander<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (&lsquo;Sweetwater agate&rsquo;)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/43%C2%B001'04.8%22N+108%C2%B027'09.2%22W\/@43.017999,-108.4541172,548m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1swind+river,+WY!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.0179992!4d-108.4525642\" target=\"_blank\">Wind River and tributaries, in gravels near Riverton<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/43%C2%B012'08.3%22N+108%C2%B003'50.8%22W\/@43.202309,-108.066317,772m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8758b61e92003123:0x725fe81273037c0!2sShoshoni,+WY+82649!3b1!8m2!3d43.2357915!4d-108.1103719!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.2023092!4d-108.0641225\" target=\"_blank\">Shoshoni, area pegmatite outcrops<\/a><\/td><td>Aquamarine, Beryl, Feldspar crystals, Muscovite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B028'13.8%22N+108%C2%B046'09.1%22W\/@42.470488,-108.7697525,195m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4704885!4d-108.7692039\" target=\"_blank\">South Pass City, area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Gold<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Split+Rock\/@42.480612,-107.5315,781m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x875e9c584dc1a887:0xe1fe87d7a7558dc7!8m2!3d42.4810681!4d-107.5295139\" target=\"_blank\">Split Rock<\/a><\/td><td>Ruby<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Warm+Springs\/@42.490826,-108.17429,781m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x87594e3b7fec6955:0x285e72ab8367fd80!8m2!3d42.4927364!4d-108.1725922\" target=\"_blank\">Warm Springs, area draws and hills over a large area<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper, Jade, Nephrite jade, Quartz crystals, Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B029'22.8%22N+109%C2%B007'34.7%22W\/@44.4896818,-109.12849,757m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534c23d1580760f7:0x9c0501bfeead4bff!2sCedar+Mountain!3b1!8m2!3d44.4933333!4d-109.1697222!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.489678!4d-109.1262958\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cedar Mountain, E flank near Cody<\/a><\/td><td>Travertine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B031'38.4%22N+109%C2%B014'28.0%22W\/@44.5273298,-109.243304,756m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534e9db459cde9c9:0x789b8d82cf864a1!2sRattlesnake+Mountain!3b1!8m2!3d44.5857832!4d-109.3143221!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.5273259!4d-109.2411104\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rattlesnake Mountain, area N of Shoshone River<\/a><\/td><td>Anhydrite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B008'10.6%22N+108%C2%B053'45.2%22W\/@44.1362908,-108.898075,761m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534c67f42e37bae3:0xbe654b0006971f46!2sMeeteetse,+WY+82433!3b1!8m2!3d44.1571766!4d-108.8715193!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.1362874!4d-108.8958807\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Meeteetse, gravels of Greybull River<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Kirwin+Mine\/@43.8745558,-109.28702,765m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x534d067946e9a31b:0xb6f4401f438f980f!8m2!3d43.8749555!4d-109.2845887\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kirwin Mine, SW of Meeteetse<\/a><\/td><td>Azurite, Barite, Chalcopyrite, Cuprite, Galena, Gold, Limonite, Malachite, Pyrite, Quartz crystals, Sphalerite, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Sweetwater+County,+WY\/@41.6012591,-109.1027111,107550m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x875a53b4e25f5611:0x70aeff471713a0a2!8m2!3d41.8519395!4d-109.1880047\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sweetwater County, all area outcrops of Green River formation<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Chert, Jasper, Petrified wood, Silicified wood, Quartz crystals, Agate (&lsquo;Turritella&rsquo; agate)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B001'44.8%22N+109%C2%B032'25.8%22W\/@42.029124,-109.5426967,788m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875a0158c0c2b0b5:0x6625bd9faafc4dc9!2sEden+Valley!3b1!8m2!3d42.0446782!4d-109.4751309!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.02912!4d-109.5405078\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eden Valley, area washes and draws<\/a><\/td><td>Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B010'09.8%22N+109%C2%B025'51.9%22W\/@42.1693938,-109.4332138,764m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8759f8bbab6d21ab:0x1f7a72191dde7272!2sFarson,+WY+82932!3b1!8m2!3d42.1120397!4d-109.4427035!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.16939!4d-109.4310864\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Farson, gravels of Big Sandy River<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Chert, Jasper, Quartz crystals, Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B034'08.7%22N+109%C2%B056'05.3%22W\/@41.5690808,-109.9363528,562m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875a9d08c4e0cb1b:0x3440489a6f657d53!2sBlacks+Fork!3b1!8m2!3d41.294963!4d-109.5351387!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5690779!4d-109.9348022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Granger, in gravels near buttes to S<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (&lsquo;Turritella&rsquo; agate)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B031'00.2%22N+109%C2%B042'44.6%22W\/@41.51673,-109.7145647,794m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875a7de1e1298c47:0xd8cbacd7ddf44cf8!2sGreen+River,+WY+82935!3b1!8m2!3d41.5285757!4d-109.4662461!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5167257!4d-109.7123762\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Green River, washes and draws to W<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper, Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Red+Desert\/@41.819396,-108.2820597,790m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x875b9a587d7fdcd7:0x5f428eb6e92a76d9!8m2!3d41.8240099!4d-108.2857676\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Red Desert<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Chert, Jasper, Quartz crystals, Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B036'58.5%22N+109%C2%B009'37.9%22W\/@41.616256,-109.1627127,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875b9a587d7fdcd7:0x5f428eb6e92a76d9!2sRed+Desert!3b1!8m2!3d41.8240099!4d-108.2857676!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.6162519!4d-109.1605235\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rock Springs, washes and draws over large area to E<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Chert, Jasper, Quartz crystals, Silicified wood <\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Steamboat+Mountain\/@41.962417,-108.9678517,789m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x875a30ccb6845c75:0x44ad95585347b887!8m2!3d41.9669049!4d-108.9667851\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Steamboat Mountain, general area<\/a><\/td><td> Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper, Petrified wood  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B032'39.6%22N+108%C2%B032'47.0%22W\/@41.5443244,-108.5482281,668m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875b0ee8d7840a7d:0xa38c323e8f8ec061!2sBitter+Creek,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d41.551073!4d-108.5553837!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5443212!4d-108.546387\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bitter Creek, SW of Wamsutter<\/a><\/td><td>Stechemigite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B034'11.7%22N+108%C2%B000'27.2%22W\/@41.569931,-108.0097477,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875b0ee8d7840a7d:0xa38c323e8f8ec061!2sBitter+Creek,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d41.551073!4d-108.5553837!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5699271!4d-108.0075592\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wamsutter, area to S in agate beds<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (&lsquo;Turritella&rsquo; agate)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B007'24.0%22N+110%C2%B007'00.8%22W\/@44.1233488,-110.1190877,761m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1sthorofare+wilderness!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.1233453!4d-110.1168993\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thorofare Wilderness, in stream gravels<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Jasper, Opalized wood, Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B034'06.0%22N+110%C2%B008'28.9%22W\/@41.56833,-110.1435467,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8751a7904f388c47:0x63ba97c980d133bd!2sUinta+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d41.2107397!4d-110.6168921!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5683255!4d-110.1413576\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blacks Fork Creek, NE corner of Uinta County<\/a><\/td><td>Silicified algae, Agate (&lsquo;Turritella&rsquo; agate), Chalcedony, Jasper, Quartz crystals, Petrified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B019'58.6%22N+110%C2%B022'16.2%22W\/@41.3329474,-110.3730165,673m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8751aa63e28d0c8f:0x6a7efce59e185819!2sFort+Bridger,+WY+82933!3b1!8m2!3d41.3166168!4d-110.3843251!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.332944!4d-110.3711667\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fort Bridger, area gravels, streams, washes, etc.<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Jasper, Silicified agate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B005'01.1%22N+107%C2%B030'39.3%22W\/@44.0836448,-107.5131147,762m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534b41bffc797421:0x2f645e4c293cfb2e!2sWashakie+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d43.8347829!4d-107.7037626!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.0836408!4d-107.5109258\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ten Sleep, in exposures to NW<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/43%C2%B057'44.6%22N+107%C2%B053'33.0%22W\/@43.9623798,-107.894683,763m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534b6d610ef0afd7:0xfaff7498479ec8f0!2sWorland,+WY+82401!3b1!8m2!3d44.0169014!4d-107.9553721!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.9623755!4d-107.8924891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Worland, area washes and draws<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper (red, yellow), Quartzite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B048'40.9%22N+110%C2%B028'40.7%22W\/@41.811368,-110.4787578,281m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.8113681!4d-110.4779766\" target=\"_blank\">Kemmerer, all washes and draws over a large area<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (&lsquo;Turritella agate&rsquo;), Chalcedony, Chert, Jasper, Quartz crystals, Petrified wood, Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/43%C2%B042'39.8%22N+109%C2%B011'44.2%22W\/@43.711042,-109.197809,766m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534d1a3a7023d6af:0x67961c7aabf0987c!2sWashakie+Needles!3b1!8m2!3d43.7475!4d-109.2019444!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.7110419!4d-109.1956146\" target=\"_blank\">Owl Creek, in placers SE of Washakie Needles<\/a><\/td><td>Gold<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B049'24.3%22N+108%C2%B047'33.3%22W\/@42.823425,-108.794774,777m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534cdbd5955700af:0x466a779abe9d3d13!2sLander,+WY+82520!3b1!8m2!3d42.833014!4d-108.7306725!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.8234251!4d-108.7925802\" target=\"_blank\">Lander, area surface over a very large region<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Jasper, Nephrite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/East+Fork+Sheep+Creek+Number+One+Mine\/@43.511004,-108.6263735,192m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x534ccd95fcb8823f:0xbc2711bfeed0fe0c!8m2!3d43.5110674!4d-108.6256691!15sCgRtaW5lkgEPbmF0dXJhbF9mZWF0dXJl\" target=\"_blank\">Thermopolis, mines in area to SW<\/a><\/td><td>Copper minerals, Limonite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/43%C2%B041'17.8%22N+108%C2%B012'46.8%22W\/@43.688281,-108.2152,766m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534ca8ccd5256ad5:0x6163bb69160e03ae!2sThermopolis,+WY+82443!3b1!8m2!3d43.6460672!4d-108.2120432!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.6882809!4d-108.2130064\" target=\"_blank\">Thermopolis, in bluffs to W<\/a><\/td><td>Selenite crystals, Travertine<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eastern Wyoming Rockhounding Sites<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rockhounding in eastern Wyoming offers a lot of opportunities to find a wide variety of rocks and minerals. Most of the collectible material in the area is in the quartz family. Cryptocrystalline quartz varieties like agate, jasper, chalcedony, and petrified wood are prevalent over much of the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire region boasts many outcrops of bentonites, which are ash clay layers left over from ancient volcanic activity. You can also find quite a few more interesting minerals like amazonite, tourmaline, and beryl in the tailings of old mines scattered across the hills and mountain ranges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e3f5fd\"><thead><tr><th>Location<\/th><th>Rocks &amp; Minerals<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B007'21.3%22N+105%C2%B037'23.7%22W\/@41.122594,-105.625433,799m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8768f30796b00001:0x2306ee93add1e346!2sSportsman+Lake!3b1!8m2!3d41.1227575!4d-105.6511043!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.1225903!4d-105.6232386\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sportman Lake, prospect 1 mi. E<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B052'30.9%22N+106%C2%B004'28.7%22W\/@41.87524,-106.076828,789m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8767c441a8ebea2f:0x72e73146469c2588!2sAlbany+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d41.638448!4d-105.5943388!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.87524!4d-106.0746337\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Como Ridge, N of US 30<\/a><\/td><td>Petrified dinosaur bones<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Rambler+Mine\/@41.2202631,-106.2827855,387m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x876811db61508e15:0xd7fccb60f69ba289!8m2!3d41.22025!4d-106.2819619\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rambler Mine, near Holmes Campground<\/a><\/td><td>Barite, Loranite, Orpiment, Realgar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/mine\/@41.156561,-106.9389105,599m\/data=!3m1!1e3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Grand Encampment, many area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Azurite, Malachite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B004'34.1%22N+105%C2%B059'29.3%22W\/@41.076125,-105.9920315,200m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.0761248!4d-105.9914827\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jelm Mountain, S side area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Bismutite, Bismuth<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B021'41.5%22N+105%C2%B031'02.7%22W\/@41.361527,-105.519602,795m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876884f78eda9b79:0x8e89c1f7a1c4e593!2sLaramie,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d41.3113669!4d-105.5911007!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.361527!4d-105.5174076\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laramie, outcrops 5 mi. to NE<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B034'23.7%22N+105%C2%B030'03.1%22W\/@41.573254,-105.503063,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876631e748d8f125:0xc1b71c30ccdc8ce5!2sLaramie+Mountains!3b1!8m2!3d41.6338428!4d-105.665873!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5732541!4d-105.5008688\" target=\"_blank\">Laramie Mountains, draws and washes of eastern slopes<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B010'09.3%22N+105%C2%B037'19.5%22W\/@41.169239,-105.624267,797m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x87688d58a21e4fa1:0x6d76d15933946c0e!2sRed+Buttes,+WY+82070!3b1!8m2!3d41.1824801!4d-105.5947132!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.169239!4d-105.6220731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Red Buttes, deposit in area to S<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B053'21.1%22N+106%C2%B058'30.8%22W\/@41.88919,-106.977416,789m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1slea+kortez+dam!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.8891899!4d-106.9752223\" target=\"_blank\">Seminoe Reservoir, all area draws and washes<\/a><\/td><td>Jade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Cut-Off+Gulch+Opening+Mine\/@41.089125,-107.5941652,140m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x874336bf61a122c3:0x32d248194945d56a!8m2!3d41.0894083!4d-107.5936786!15sCgRtaW5lkgEPbmF0dXJhbF9mZWF0dXJl\" target=\"_blank\">Baggs, area mines to W<\/a><\/td><td>Coffinite, Ilsemannite, Autunite, Pyrite, Uranophane, Uraninite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B011'33.8%22N+107%C2%B003'01.3%22W\/@41.19271,-107.0508965,199m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8742ce81d7e638c3:0x163bf0b8d5e1dce!2sCreede+Property+Mine!3b1!8m2!3d41.192741!4d-107.0503291!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.1927105!4d-107.0503476\" target=\"_blank\">Creede Mine, near Encampment<\/a><\/td><td>Cobaltite, Erythrite, Linnaeit, Pyrrhotite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Big+Chief+Group+Mine\/@41.183583,-107.0323515,199m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x8742ce97ca67cd55:0x23188b86e8748c98!8m2!3d41.1835745!4d-107.0317174!15sCgRtaW5lkgEPbmF0dXJhbF9mZWF0dXJl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sierra Madre, area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Copper minerals, Cobalt minerals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B019'54.6%22N+106%C2%B015'30.7%22W\/@42.3317441,-106.2601937,555m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8767428e4d437f93:0x8fbfb1a6866c34e4!2sShirley+Basin!3b1!8m2!3d42.3224639!4d-106.3089123!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.3318395!4d-106.2585267\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shirley Basin, N of Medicine Bow<\/a><\/td><td>Opalized wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B030'06.8%22N+106%C2%B048'27.0%22W\/@41.501896,-106.809699,793m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875d4f4fded8556f:0xfa1e08fc39789a26!2sSaratoga,+WY+82331!3b1!8m2!3d41.4549621!4d-106.8064263!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.5018961!4d-106.807505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saratoga, area draws and washes N to Walcott<\/a><\/td><td>Opalized wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B029'37.8%22N+105%C2%B047'13.1%22W\/@42.493826,-105.7875125,195m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4938258!4d-105.7869638\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Converse County, many area mines in SW<\/a><\/td><td>Copper minerals, Chalcopyrite, etc.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B040'21.8%22N+106%C2%B002'28.1%22W\/@42.67272,-106.0417868,228m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1sdeer+creek+mine+wy!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.6727198!4d-106.0411439\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deer Creek Canyon Mine<\/a><\/td><td>Chromite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B046'10.7%22N+105%C2%B046'21.6%22W\/@42.769649,-105.774848,778m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876129f9c55a8557:0xfcb9e5617fc08406!2sBox+Elder+Canyon!3b1!8m2!3d42.7730222!4d-105.771111!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.7696491!4d-105.7726536\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Box Elder Canyon, near Glenrock<\/a><\/td><td>Geodes (chalcedony), Quartz crystals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B038'25.8%22N+105%C2%B041'05.4%22W\/@42.640508,-105.6853827,196m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8766d3f70e8ed2e3:0xc44c915db15ce980!2sMoss+Agate+Hill!3b1!8m2!3d42.6405224!4d-105.684719!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.6405078!4d-105.6848321\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moss Agate Hill, near Douglas<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (moss agate), Chalcedony, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Bock+Mine\/@44.473378,-104.4470301,211m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x5332e240b223def7:0xdaa4ccf2ab0d5e08!8m2!3d44.4735962!4d-104.4466198!15sCgRtaW5lkgEPbmF0dXJhbF9mZWF0dXJl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Warren Peak, area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Azurite, Malachite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Copper+Prince+Mine\/@44.482754,-104.4944595,189m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x53331d8324bee7b5:0x28efca67d11896a2!8m2!3d44.4827622!4d-104.4938449\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Copper Prince Mine<\/a><\/td><td>Chrysocolla, Gold, Malachite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Sand+Creek+Mine\/@44.3638916,-104.0673126,354m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m8!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m4!1s0x5332c0dbd34070b3:0x5d567c9586d735a0!8m2!3d44.3641509!4d-104.0654897\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Black Hills National Forest, area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Fluorite, Gold<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B027'50.4%22N+104%C2%B021'49.1%22W\/@42.464002,-104.3645152,314m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x87645978433b97f7:0x9f291338c9389f5f!2sJay+Em,+WY+82219!3b1!8m2!3d42.461355!4d-104.3696724!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4640024!4d-104.3636349\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jay Em, area draws and washes<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Malachite, Onyx<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B027'09.8%22N+106%C2%B033'17.3%22W\/@44.457882,-106.5875094,13.92z\/data=!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x534a962759228e17:0x7662cfce1d6feedb!2sJohnson+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d43.9557212!4d-106.4272801!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.452728!4d-106.5548174\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Buffalo, area to NE along US 16<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Gastroliths, Jasper, Petrified wood, Quartz crystals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B015'17.2%22N+106%C2%B025'34.6%22W\/@44.254779,-106.428473,759m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x5335aad8d7c6df79:0xb192c4e6352792cb!2sCrazy+Woman+Creek!3b1!8m2!3d44.2847146!4d-106.3650468!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.2547788!4d-106.4262795\" target=\"_blank\">Crazy Woman Creek, general area<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B015'17.2%22N+106%C2%B025'34.6%22W\/@44.254779,-106.428473,759m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x5335aad8d7c6df79:0xb192c4e6352792cb!2sCrazy+Woman+Creek!3b1!8m2!3d44.2847146!4d-106.3650468!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.2547788!4d-106.4262795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/44%C2%B015'17.2%22N+106%C2%B025'34.6%22W\/@44.254779,-106.428473,759m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x5335aad8d7c6df79:0xb192c4e6352792cb!2sCrazy+Woman+Creek!3b1!8m2!3d44.2847146!4d-106.3650468!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d44.2547788!4d-106.4262795\" target=\"_blank\">E of Buffalo<\/a><\/td><td>Opalized wood, Silicified wood<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Copper+King+Mine\/@41.144945,-105.1878126,657m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x8768cf329531b99f:0xceadc00f12bc63cb!8m2!3d41.1447047!4d-105.1858118!15sCgRtaW5lkgEPbmF0dXJhbF9mZWF0dXJl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Copper King Mine<\/a><\/td><td>Barite, Copper minerals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B037'12.7%22N+105%C2%B007'43.2%22W\/@41.620206,-105.130858,792m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876f1f3cbca38aa3:0x5b166712409db2b!2sLaramie+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d41.4269559!4d-104.8454619!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.6202058!4d-105.1286636\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chugwater Creek, in gravels<\/a><\/td><td>Bloodstone<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B034'52.7%22N+107%C2%B034'57.4%22W\/@42.5783265,-107.5960426,5276m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875e99d83603497b:0xac8a85340dfa6516!2sSage+Hen+Creek!3b1!8m2!3d42.5697503!4d-107.6082267!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.5812959!4d-107.5826151\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sage Hen Creek, in gravels<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B028'43.8%22N+107%C2%B022'04.9%22W\/@42.478824,-107.3688929,310m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876090926d0d91e9:0xdbcf37f79b6e15d4!2sNatrona+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d42.8313837!4d-106.912251!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.4788243!4d-107.3680222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sweetwater River, area E of Split Rock<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (&lsquo;Sweetwater agate&rsquo;)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B051'44.2%22N+106%C2%B017'07.3%22W\/@42.862272,-106.287561,777m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m3!2m2!1squarry!6e1!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.862272!4d-106.2853675\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Casper, area quarries<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Alabaster, Amazonite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B042'50.6%22N+106%C2%B015'21.5%22W\/@42.714052,-106.2567925,291m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.7140519!4d-106.2559719\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Casper, pegmatite outcrops to S<\/a><\/td><td>Beryl, Muscovite, Tourmaline<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B049'12.7%22N+106%C2%B033'48.7%22W\/@42.820194,-106.5653865,654m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x875e1e57a8aa6d97:0x8e618993aba9d194!2sPoison+Spider+Creek!3b1!8m2!3d42.8065382!4d-106.5554632!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.8201938!4d-106.5635394\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Poison Spider Creek, area washes and draws<\/a><\/td><td>Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B019'19.7%22N+104%C2%B044'53.4%22W\/@42.3198196,-104.7583458,3323m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8765d7d7afbf2a39:0x2ed1cdcf1482b83a!2sPlatte+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d42.0505555!4d-104.8454619!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.3221343!4d-104.7481754\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hartville, area washes and draws to W<\/a><\/td><td>Agate (seam, moss), Chalcedony<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B035'36.6%22N+104%C2%B030'46.9%22W\/@42.5935123,-104.5148504,649m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m3!2m2!1smine!6e1!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.5935091!4d-104.5130267\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rawhide Buttes, area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Azurite, Bornite, Chalcocite, Chrysocolla, Malachite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/42%C2%B020'08.9%22N+104%C2%B042'05.7%22W\/@42.3358149,-104.703768,784m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m9!1m2!2m1!1smine!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d42.3358115!4d-104.7015742\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sunrise, area mines<\/a><\/td><td>Arsenopyrite, Barite, Copper minerals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Cooney+Hills\/@41.981598,-105.116022,788m\/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x8766772661c77769:0xb6e03946b41e6a7d!8m2!3d41.9802483!4d-105.1113659\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cooney Hills, near Wheatland<\/a><\/td><td>Garnet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/41%C2%B056'21.0%22N+105%C2%B006'22.9%22W\/@41.939165,-105.108561,789m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x8765d73f17b1eac9:0xc2d4a759d081ab!2sWheatland,+WY+82201!3b1!8m2!3d42.0544141!4d-104.9527501!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d41.9391613!4d-105.1063669\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wheatland, area to SW<\/a><\/td><td>Moonstone, Labradorite<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/43%C2%B049'07.8%22N+104%C2%B006'36.3%22W\/@43.8188292,-104.1119201,645m\/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x876277e7856a8477:0x98a0e0e1e7d3e6ee!2sWeston+County,+WY!3b1!8m2!3d43.9270224!4d-104.4723301!3m5!1s0x0:0x0!7e2!8m2!3d43.8188259!4d-104.1100716\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Newcastle, area deposits to E<\/a><\/td><td>Gypsum<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Find Geodes in Wyoming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/rsz_1rsz_dreamstime_xxl_104118118-1.jpg\" alt=\"Geode\" class=\"wp-image-3528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/rsz_1rsz_dreamstime_xxl_104118118-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/rsz_1rsz_dreamstime_xxl_104118118-1-300x263.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/rsz_1rsz_dreamstime_xxl_104118118-1.jpg\" alt=\"Geode\" class=\"wp-image-3528 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/rsz_1rsz_dreamstime_xxl_104118118-1.jpg 400w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/rsz_1rsz_dreamstime_xxl_104118118-1-300x263.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/rsz_1rsz_dreamstime_xxl_104118118-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Geode<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Everyone enjoys the prospect of finding their very own geodes out in the wild, and it&rsquo;s easy to see why. Cracking them open reminds me of opening a Kinder-Egg with a surprise toy inside. You never know what type of crystals or patterns you&rsquo;re going to find inside and it makes them incredibly exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the otherwise impressive rockhounding in Wyoming, geodes are a fairly rare occurrence in the state. Still, if you know where to look you may be able to find one for your collection. Most of the geodes in Wyoming tend to be lined with chalcedony, and more rarely with microcrystalline quartz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The best place to find geodes in Wyoming is in Box Elder Canyon near the town of Glenrock. They are most commonly found in gravels and the clays lining nearby streams. Geodes can also reportedly be found in gravels in the southern reaches of the Absaroka mountain range.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\">\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Not sure if the rock you&rsquo;ve found is a geode? <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=965&amp;action=edit\" target=\"_blank\">Check out my article about how to identify a geode<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Find Agates in Wyoming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"577\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_113710140_900x-removebg-preview.jpg\" alt=\"Turritella Agate\" class=\"wp-image-4200\" style=\"width:433px;height:325px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_113710140_900x-removebg-preview.jpg 577w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_113710140_900x-removebg-preview-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"577\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_113710140_900x-removebg-preview.jpg\" alt=\"Turritella Agate\" class=\"wp-image-4200 lazyload\" style=\"width:433px;height:325px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_113710140_900x-removebg-preview.jpg 577w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_113710140_900x-removebg-preview-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_113710140_900x-removebg-preview.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Turritella Agate<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I love finding agates because you never know what sort of beautiful patterns and colors they might contain. They are some of the most popular rocks to tumble, and it&rsquo;s easy to see why with their intricate banding and unique designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agates also happen to be some of the most commonly collected rocks in the United States, including Wyoming. In fact, Wyoming is home to a unique variety of agate called &lsquo;Turritella agate&rsquo; that is extremely popular with local collectors. You can also find other types of agates like moss agate and &lsquo;Sweetwater agate&rsquo;, another variety that is unique to the state of Wyoming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re looking to start collecting rocks in Wyoming, agates are a great place to start. They are widespread and fairly easy to find if you have a general idea of where to look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In general, the best places to find agates in Wyoming are in gravels and washes, particularly in Sweetwater County, Fremont County, and along the Sweetwater and Wind Rivers. Turritella agates are most commonly found in southwest Wyoming, especially near the town of Granger.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Find Crystals and Gemstones in Wyoming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is nothing quite like uncovering a quartz crystal with a perfect termination or finding a beautiful agate that has been waiting in a river bank for you to come along and take it home. Gemstones are some of the most enjoyable specimens that rockhounds can find, but it&rsquo;s not always easy to know where to look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote\"><p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Check out my <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/how-to-tumble-rocks-get-great-results-every-time\/\">Complete Rock Tumbling Guide<\/a><\/strong> to make your rocks and gemstones really shine!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, Wyoming is a prime spot for hunting your own crystals and gemstones. The many mountain ranges and associated volcanic activity throughout the state have created a perfect geologic environment for the creation of many interesting gemstones that you can now find in countless locations across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"637\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x.jpg\" alt=\"Aquamarine\" class=\"wp-image-4074\" style=\"width:450px;height:319px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x.jpg 900w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x-768x544.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"637\" src=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x.jpg\" alt=\"Aquamarine\" class=\"wp-image-4074 lazyload\" style=\"width:450px;height:319px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x.jpg 900w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x-768x544.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/dreamstime_xxl_134143698_900x.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aquamarine<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>In general, the best places to find crystals and gemstones in Wyoming are washes and draws across the western half of the state, particularly near Kemmerer, Atlantic City, and Rock Springs. Quartz crystals can also be found northeast of Buffalo and in Box Elder Canyon.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most commonly found gems and crystals in Wyoming are quartz and feldspar, but you can also find many others including garnet, tourmaline, and opal. And of course, nephrite jade can be found in such abundance that it is Wyoming&rsquo;s state gemstone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wyoming Rockhounding Laws &amp; Regulations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common questions rockhounds have is whether or not they are allowed to collect at a certain location. <strong>It is the responsibility of each rockhound to obtain permission from a landowner to search and\/or collect on a piece of property. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ownership and status of land can and does change frequently, making it impossible to document accurate information for every location on this page. However, I have compiled a list of resources here so that you may investigate and obtain permission for any locations (found here or elsewhere) for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Land Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I have written entire articles which cover the rockhounding laws and regulations for nearly every type of public land you can think of. I encourage you to check them out if you are curious about the legalities of rock and mineral collecting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/rock-collecting-on-public-land-laws-rules-and-etiquette\/\" target=\"_blank\">Rockhounding on Public Land: Laws and Regulations<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/can-you-collect-rocks-in-state-parks-all-50-states-answered\/\" target=\"_blank\">Can You Collect Rocks in State Parks? All 50 States Answered<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To determine what type of public land a particular location is on, <a href=\"https:\/\/wgfd.wyo.gov\/Public-Access\/Access-Summary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I would recommend starting with the <\/a>Wyoming Game &amp; Fish Department&rsquo;s Public Access Summary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private Land Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As with most states, each county in Wyoming will have records of who owns each piece of property. You can also usually get the landowner&rsquo;s name and address by visiting the county records office. I would probably start by <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wyoming.wvassessor.com\/search.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">contacting the assessor in whatever county you&rsquo;re inte<\/a><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wyoming.wvassessor.com\/search.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/wyoming.wvassessor.com\/search.aspx\">rested in<\/a> and getting whatever contact information you can for the landowner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sources &amp; Further Reading<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The locations and information contained in this article are primarily derived from academic papers, online resources, and other outside sources. If you would like to read some of the source material for yourself I have listed them below. The majority of these locations are my interpretation of Robert Beste&rsquo;s <em>A Location Guide for Rock Hounds in the United States<\/em>. Other sources include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/mindat.com\" target=\"_blank\">mindat.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wgfd.wyo.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\">Wyoming Game &amp; Fish Department<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wsgs.wyo.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\">Wyoming State Geological Survey<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/wsgs.maps.arcgis.com\/apps\/webappviewer\/index.html?id=af948a51f4954a81adeae8935440cd28\" target=\"_blank\">Mines and Minerals Map of Wyoming<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wsmgs.org\/explore.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wyoming State Mineral and Gem Society<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rockhounding in Wyoming is a great way to get out and enjoy the state&rsquo;s expansive landscapes and beautifully unique terrain. Wyoming happens to be among the best states in the entire country for rockhounding thanks to the sheer volume of prospective collecting sites and the impressive array of rocks and minerals to be found. Wyoming &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4197,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","footnotes":"","disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"","disable-critical-css":false},"categories":[19],"tags":[],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1-300x238.jpg",300,238,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"large":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"post-thumbnail":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"mv_trellis_1x1":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"mv_trellis_3x4":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"mv_trellis_3x4_high_res":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"mv_trellis_3x4_med_res":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",360,285,false],"mv_trellis_3x4_low_res":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",240,190,false],"mv_trellis_4x3":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"mv_trellis_16x9":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"mv_trellis_srcset-960":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"mv_trellis_srcset-1080":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false],"1200x1200":["https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/rsz_dreamstime_xxl_135804692-1.jpg",400,317,false]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Mike Rhea","author_link":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/author\/mikerhea22gmail-com\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Rockhounding in Wyoming is a great way to get out and enjoy the state&rsquo;s expansive landscapes and beautifully unique terrain. Wyoming happens to be among the best states in the entire country for rockhounding thanks to the sheer volume of prospective collecting sites and the impressive array of rocks and minerals to be found. Wyoming&hellip;","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4176"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4176"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4176\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7259,"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4176\/revisions\/7259"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4197"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4176"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4176"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rockhoundresource.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4176"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}