AzuriteCO
M & J Claim
M & J Claim is a known mineral occurrence in Pitkin, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Silver.
View detailsRockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs
24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 90 miles of Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, sorted by distance within about 90 miles.
Where can you collect near Glenwood Springs?
Near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 90 miles of the city center — including 14 fossilss, 1 gold & minerals, and 9 others. The closest mapped spot is M & J Claim (22 mi straight-line). Distances are not drive time; open each listing for directions, fee notes, access rules, and safety context before you travel.
At a glance — rockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs
| Central place | Glenwood Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|
| Search radius | About 90 miles |
| Mapped spots | 24 |
| Closest listing | M & J Claim (22 mi) |
| Specimen types | Fossils (14), Gold & Minerals (1), Other (9) |
| Typical fees | 24 varies |
All rockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs
24 rockhounding collecting sites in Colorado, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.
MineralCO
Sunshine Lode Mine
Sunshine Lode Mine is a historic mining site in Garfield, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Copper, Galena, Gold, Pyrolusite, Silver, Sphalerite.
View detailsColorado Yule MarbleCO
Unnamed Area (yule Marble)
Unnamed Area (Yule Marble) is a documented mineral occurrence near CO. Reported specimens include Colorado Yule Marble. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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FossilCO
Ziegler Reservoir, Locality 66, Unit 7
Fossil collection site, Pitkin County, Colorado. Environment: pond. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Wighton, Garfield County
Fossil collection site in the Green River, Colorado. Environment: lacustrine - large. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Deep Creek
Deep Creek is a historic mining site in Garfield, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Gypsum.
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Evening Star
Evening Star is a known mineral occurrence in Gunnison, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Silver.
View detailsFossilCO
Head Of Bear Gulch
Fossil collection site in the Green River, Mesa County, Colorado. Environment: lacustrine - large. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Spar Gulch, Pitkin County
Fossil collection site in the Parting, Colorado. Environment: shallow subtidal indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Wildflower Group
Wildflower Group is a known mineral occurrence in Eagle, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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Ucm Locality 98053
Fossil collection site in the Fort Union, Gunnison County, Colorado. Environment: terrestrial indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Ella, Ella C, Crown, Justice
Ella, Ella C, Crown, Justice is a known mineral occurrence in Gunnison, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Malachite, Silver.
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Iowa Chief
Iowa Chief is a historic mining site in Pitkin, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Silver.
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Forked Gulch, Green River
Fossil collection site in the Green River, Colorado. Environment: lacustrine - large. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Eagle County, Sec. 1, T2s, R84w
Fossil collection site in the Minturn, Colorado. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Eagle County, Sec. 6, T2s, R83w
Fossil collection site in the Minturn, Colorado. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Eagle County, Sec. 16, T2s, R83w
Fossil collection site in the Minturn, Colorado. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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O. F. Lode
O. F. Lode is a known mineral occurrence in Gunnison, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
View detailsFossilCO
Us Staffella, Mccoy, Co
Fossil collection site in the McCoy, Eagle County, Colorado. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Eagle County, Sec. 5, T2s, R83w
Fossil collection site in the Minturn, Colorado. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Routt County, Sec. 31, T1s, R83w
Fossil collection site in the Minturn, Colorado. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Mccoy (locality 1)
Fossil collection site in the Minturn, Eagle County, Colorado. Environment: open shallow subtidal. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Copper Spur
Copper Spur is a mineral prospect in Routt, Colorado, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Azurite, Chrysocolla, Copper, Galena, Gold, Malachite.
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4 Miles West Of Rio Blanco
Fossil collection site in the Green River, Colorado. Environment: lacustrine - large. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
View detailsTypes of rockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs
Browse by specimen type in Colorado — each link opens the full state directory for that category.
Fossils (14)
Trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land.
Gold & Minerals (1)
Placer gold, pyrite, copper minerals, and general ore-mineral localities open to casual collecting.
Other (9)
Mixed or specialty collecting — zeolites, fluorescent minerals, thundereggs, and unique regional finds.
Natural collecting sites in the Glenwood Springs area
Glenwood Springs is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in Colorado. Within about 90 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with M & J Claim about 22 mi from the city center.
The mix spans fossils, gold & minerals, other — related terms searchers use include creek gravel collecting, desert washes, road cuts, and field collecting.
How distances work near Glenwood Springs
Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in Colorado with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Glenwood Springs city center — not driving time. A creek rockhounding site 12 miles away on forest roads can take longer than a river access point 20 miles away on a highway.
Field collecting near Glenwood Springs includes informal gravel bars, dry washes, quarry faces, and developed park collecting areas. Rules, fees, and seasonal access differ by land manager. Never assume collecting is allowed without checking the listing and posted signs the day you visit.
Safety and field conditions near you
Field conditions near Glenwood Springs change after rain, snowmelt, and summer heat. Unstable slopes, heat exhaustion, loose rock, and flash floods are real risks at creek and quarry rockhounding sites — most sites have no supervision. Check weather and local advisories before you start digging.
We publish original planning copy, safety tips, and last-updated dates on each listing. See our editorial policy for sourcing standards, or contact us if access or conditions have changed.
Rockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs — FAQ
Where can you collect near Glenwood Springs?
Near Glenwood Springs, Colorado, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 90 miles — mainly 14 fossilss, 1 gold & minerals, and 9 others. Each listing links to directions, fee notes, and safety context. Use near me on your phone for live distance sorting from your location.
How many rockhounding sites are near Glenwood Springs, Colorado?
This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 90 miles of Glenwood Springs. The full Colorado directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.
What is the closest rockhounding site to Glenwood Springs?
The closest mapped spot to Glenwood Springs is M & J Claim (22 mi straight-line). Open that listing for driving directions, access notes, and current fee information — unofficial holes can change without notice.
Are rockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs free?
24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.
What types of rockhounding sites are near Glenwood Springs?
Near Glenwood Springs, documented specimen types include fossilss, gold & minerals, others. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the Colorado state page or open each card for specimen and access details.
When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Glenwood Springs?
Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Glenwood Springs, but snowmelt, drought, and weekend crowds change conditions week to week. Check each listing before you drive — storms can make washes and creek banks unsafe.
Is it safe to collect near Glenwood Springs?
Field collecting near Glenwood Springs carries real risks: unstable slopes, heat, loose rock, and no rangers at most unofficial sites. Check weather and posted warnings the day you visit. Read our rockhounding safety basics guide and each listing's safety section before you dig.
Listing data last updated across spots on this page.