Big Horn Canyon — agate rockhounding site near Montana, MT
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Big Horn Canyon

Rockhounding site in Montana, Montana · Agate & Jasper

Big Horn Canyon is a agate rockhounding site near Montana, MT. Fee varies. Best season: Spring through fall.

Typical season: Spring through fall

Key facts

Structured details for trip planning — verify access and fees with the land manager before you visit.

Specimen type
Agate
Primary specimens
Agate, Chalcedony, Jasper, Concretions, Silicified coral, Fossils
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
Montana
State
Montana
Coordinates
45.31296, -107.96042
Best season
Spring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
Access difficulty
Moderate; remote roads possible
Camping
Dispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules
Activities
Rock and mineral collecting
Facilities
Montana regional services
Last updated
July 5, 2026

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The experience

  • Best time to visitSpring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
  • AccessModerate; remote roads possible
  • FacilitiesMontana regional services
  • Camping nearbyDispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules

Map & location

Open in MapsGet directions45.31296, -107.96042

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Safety notice: Field and weather conditions change with weather, season, and field conditions. Verify current conditions with local land managers before you go. Collect at your own risk — there are rarely rangers or land managers at these sites.