Where to Find Rhodochrosite in Utah
Utah has 7 mapped collecting spots that report rhodochrosite, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Salt Lake 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 rhodochrosite collecting spots in Utah
Best counties for rhodochrosite in Utah
Ranked by the number of mapped rhodochrosite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
Every rhodochrosite spot we track in Utah
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star RangeBeryl Milford Road | Beaver County | 38.3456, -113.1442 | Public | |
| Vipont MineBirch Creek Road | Box Elder County | 41.9657, -113.8459 | Public | |
| The NeedlesThe Needle Road | Grand County |
| 38.6854, -109.9165 | Public |
| Drum MountainsRough Well Road | Juab County | 39.5711, -113.0359 | Public | |
| Little Drum Mountains | Millard County | 39.4625, -113.0303 | Public | |
| AltaFlagstaff Mountain Trail | Salt Lake County | 40.5966, -111.6374 | Public | |
| Big Cottonwood mining districtCardiff Fork Trail | Salt Lake County |
| 40.6077, -111.6515 | Public |
Before you go
Read the rhodochrosite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Rhodochrosite in the encyclopedia.
Rhodochrosite in Utah FAQ
Where can you find rhodochrosite in Utah?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Salt Lake County County, Beaver County County, and Box Elder County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many rhodochrosite 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 rhodochrosite 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.
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Hunt rhodochrosite in Utah with the map in your pocket
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