Know the Rules

Per the Bu alo Gap National Grassland Rockhound Guide – “Rock hunting (surface collection of rocks and agates, excluding meteorites and fossils) for personal, hobby and noncommercial use only, is allowed without a permit. For other uses of rock material, contact the local Forest Service O ce. Trading, bartering, or selling rocks and agates from National Forest System Lands are not allowed. Collecting on private land requires the owner’s permission.”