Agates near Cedar City, UT
12 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Cedar City report agate. The closest is Cedar City, about 5 miles out (6 min drive).
Agates are banded chalcedony nodules that survive long after their volcanic host rock rots away, which is why they concentrate in gravel bars, beaches, and glacial deposits far from where they formed.
Map of 12 agate collecting spots within 150 miles of Cedar City, Utah
Closest agates spots to Cedar City
- Cedar CityIron County, Utah5 mi · 6 min driveAgate, Moss Agate, Chalcedony
- OrdervilleKane County, Utah38 mi · 47 min driveSeptarian Nodules, Agate, Anhydrite
- Blue ValleyBeaver County, Utah42 mi · 53 min driveBlack Agate
- Beaver Dam WashWashington County, Utah66 mi · 1 hr 23 min driveAgate, Jasper
- EscalanteGarfield County, Utah82 mi · 1 hr 42 min drivePetrified Dinosaur Bone, Agate, Monazite
- TorreyWayne County, Utah100 mi · 2 hr 5 min driveAgate, Jasper, Petrified Dinosaur Bone
Types of agates reported near Cedar City
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Agate11
- Black Agate1
- Moss Agate1
Every agate spot within 150 miles of Cedar City
Sorted by distance from Cedar City. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar CityCedar Canyon Road | Iron County | 37.6512, -112.9749 | Public | |
| OrdervilleUpper Sand Wash | Kane County |
| 37.2392, -112.6508 | Public |
| Blue Valley | Beaver County |
| 38.1745, -112.6156 | Public |
| Beaver Dam Wash | Washington County | 37.1010, -114.0240 | Public | |
| EscalanteEscalante River Trail | Garfield County | 37.7782, -111.5744 | Permission | |
| TorreyNorth 300 East Street | Wayne County | 38.3051, -111.4093 | Public | |
| Circle Cliffs | Garfield County | 37.9962, -111.1291 | Permission | |
| Emery | Sevier County |
| 38.7837, -111.3592 | Public |
| Drum MountainsRough Well Road | Juab County | 39.5711, -113.0359 | Public | |
| HanksvilleOld Highway Road | Wayne County | 38.3738, -110.7812 | Public | |
| HanksvilleFairview Ranch Road | Wayne County | 38.3615, -110.7113 | Public | |
| Thomas Range | Juab County | 39.7211, -113.1351 | Public |
Agates near Cedar City FAQ
Where can I find agates near Cedar City?+
12 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Cedar City report agate. The closest is Cedar City in Iron County County, roughly 5 miles away (6 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect agates on public land near Cedar City?+
10 of the 12 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
What is the fastest way to spot an agate in a gravel bed?+
Look for waxy luster and translucence rather than color. Wet the stone or look right after rain: agate glows softly at thin edges when backlit, while jasper and chert stay opaque. Banding clinches it but is often hidden until the stone is cracked or tumbled.
How far from Cedar City do I need to drive?+
The nearest agate spot is about 5 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 141 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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