Mountain Dude Lode — azurite rockhounding site near Dude Lode Is A Mineral Prospect In Broadwater, MT
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Mountain Dude Lode

Rockhounding site in Dude Lode Is A Mineral Prospect In Broadwater, Montana · Other

Mountain Dude Lode is a azurite rockhounding site near Dude Lode Is A Mineral Prospect In Broadwater, 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
Azurite
Primary specimens
Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite, Silver, Sphalerite
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
Dude Lode Is A Mineral Prospect In Broadwater
State
Montana
Coordinates
46.37990, -111.71697
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
Dude Lode is a mineral prospect in Broadwater area 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
  • FacilitiesDude Lode is a mineral prospect in Broadwater area services
  • Camping nearbyDispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules

Map & location

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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.