Where to Find Orthoclase in Utah
4 mapped orthoclase rockhounding spots in Utah, across 4 counties. Orthoclase is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Utah packs an enormous amount of geology into one state.
Map of 4 orthoclase rockhounding spots in Utah
Orthoclase by county in Utah
Counties ranked by number of orthoclase spots in our database.
Every orthoclase spot in Utah
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goshute ReservationCrystal Mine Road | Juab County | 39.8237, -113.9728 | Public | |
| Painter SpringPainter Springs Road | Millard County | 39.1851, -113.4420 | Public | |
| Big Cottonwood mining districtCardiff Fork Trail | Salt Lake County | 40.6077, -111.6515 | Public | |
| Brumley RidgeBrumley Ridge Trail | San Juan County | 38.4784, -109.3323 | Public |
Orthoclase in Utah FAQ
Where can I find orthoclase in Utah?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 orthoclase spots in Utah, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Juab County.
Is collecting orthoclase legal in Utah?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like orthoclase is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Utah, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best orthoclase location in Utah?+
Juab County has the most orthoclase spots in our database for Utah. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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