Where to Find Autunite in Utah
Utah has 7 mapped collecting spots that report autunite, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Emery County County with 2 spots. 7 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 7 autunite collecting spots in Utah
Best counties for autunite in Utah
Ranked by the number of mapped autunite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every autunite spot we track in Utah
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wah Wah MountainsWillow Creek Road | Beaver County | 38.3386, -113.5989 | Public | |
| Copper Globe and other mines in San Rafael districtCopper Globe Mine Road | Emery County | 38.8029, -110.9111 | Public | |
| South Temple WashWild Horse Canyon | Emery County | 38.6459, -110.6671 | Public | |
| Thompson SpringsCR 164 | Grand County |
| 38.8370, -109.5310 | Public |
| KanarravilleEast 200 North Street | Iron County | 37.5362, -113.1703 | Public | |
| Monument ValleyPiute Farms Road | San Juan County |
| 37.2482, -110.4457 | Public |
| Twelve Mile CanyonEast Canyon Road | Sanpete County |
| 39.1008, -111.6468 | Public |
Before you go
Read the autunite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Autunite in the encyclopedia.
Autunite in Utah FAQ
Where can you find autunite in Utah?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Emery County County, Beaver County County, and Grand County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many autunite spots are mapped in Utah?+
7 spots across 6 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect autunite in Utah?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 7 of the 7 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
