Rockhounding in Iron County, Utah
8 mapped rockhounding spots in Iron County. Most commonly produces anhydrite, apatite, chalcedony, gypsum.
Map showing 8 rockhounding spots in Iron County, Utah
Minerals reported in Iron County
Spots in Iron County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar CanyonCedar Canyon Road | 37.5945, -112.9124 | Public | |
| Cedar CityCedar Canyon Road | 37.6512, -112.9749 | Public | |
| Granite MountainIron Springs Road |
| 37.7340, -113.2350 | Public |
| Iron Peak | 37.9125, -112.6907 | Public | |
| KanarravilleEast 200 North Street | 37.5362, -113.1703 | Public | |
| ModenaGold Springs Road | 37.8829, -114.0379 | Public | |
| NewcastlePinto Canyon Road | 37.6585, -113.5434 | Public | |
| Three Peaks | 37.7826, -113.3749 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Utah
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Iron County. A natural extension if Iron County is already on your trip plan.
- Washington County~37 mi5 spotsTop: Agate, Aragonite, Calcite
- Beaver County~46 mi18 spotsTop: Pyrite, Quartz, Azurite
- Piute County~69 mi8 spotsTop: Alunite, Barite, Pyrolusite
- Kane County~73 mi9 spotsTop: Anhydrite, Gypsum, Gold
- Millard County~92 mi15 spotsTop: Garnet, Chalcedony, Idocrase
- Sevier County~94 mi10 spotsTop: Anhydrite, Gypsum, Limonite
Across the state line from Iron County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Utah.
Iron County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Iron County, Utah?+
RockHoundR tracks 8 rockhounding spots in Iron County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Iron County?+
Spots in Iron County most often produce Anhydrite, Apatite, Chalcedony, Gypsum, Hematite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Iron County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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