Rockhounding in Rich County, Utah
4 mapped rockhounding spots in Rich County. Most commonly produces phosphorite, azurite, barite, cerussite.
Map showing 4 rockhounding spots in Rich County, Utah
Minerals reported in Rich County
- Phosphorite3
- Azurite1
- Barite1
- Cerussite1
- Galena1
- Wulfenite1
Spots in Rich County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crawford MountainsEast River Lane |
| 41.6814, -111.0728 | Public |
| Laketown Canyon |
| 41.8137, -111.3119 | Public |
| Swan CreekWest Swan Creek Spring Road | 41.9861, -111.4175 | Public | |
| Woodruff Creek |
| 41.4608, -111.3541 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Utah
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Rich County. A natural extension if Rich County is already on your trip plan.
- Cache County~24 mi5 spotsTop: Galena, Cerussite, Malachite
- Weber County~41 mi3 spotsTop: Malachite, Azurite, Cerussite
- Morgan County~55 mi3 spotsTop: Biotite, Copper, Gold
- Davis County~66 mi4 spotsTop: Azurite, Malachite, Aragonite
- Salt Lake County~84 mi8 spotsTop: Barite, Galena, Magnetite
- Wasatch County~92 mi5 spotsTop: Albertite, Chabazite, Gold
Across the state line from Rich 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.
Rich County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Rich County, Utah?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 rockhounding spots in Rich County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Rich County?+
Spots in Rich County most often produce Phosphorite, Azurite, Barite, Cerussite, Galena. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Rich 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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