Where to Find Diopside in Utah
Utah has 6 mapped collecting spots that report diopside, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Beaver County County with 2 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 6 diopside collecting spots in Utah
Best counties for diopside in Utah
Ranked by the number of mapped diopside spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every diopside spot we track in Utah
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky RangeEly Highway | Beaver County | 38.4616, -113.1057 | Public | |
| San Francisco MountainsEly Highway | Beaver County | 38.4591, -113.3067 | Public | |
| Amasa Valley | Millard County | 39.1845, -113.3728 | Public | |
| House RangeMiller Canyon Road | Millard County | 39.1635, -113.3730 | Public | |
| Henry mining districtFlat Top Road | Sevier County | 38.5246, -112.2399 | Public | |
| Clifton mining district | Tooele County | 40.1710, -113.8127 | Public |
Before you go
Read the diopside identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Diopside in the encyclopedia.
Diopside in Utah FAQ
Where can you find diopside in Utah?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Beaver County County, Millard County County, and Sevier County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many diopside spots are mapped in Utah?+
6 spots across 4 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 diopside 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. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
