Where to Find Smithsonite in Utah
3 mapped smithsonite rockhounding spots in Utah, across 3 counties. Smithsonite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Utah packs an enormous amount of geology into one state.
Map of 3 smithsonite rockhounding spots in Utah
Smithsonite by county in Utah
Counties ranked by number of smithsonite spots in our database.
Every smithsonite spot in Utah
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SmithfieldBirch Canyon Road | Cache County | 41.8455, -111.8011 | Public | |
| Carbonate Gem MinesRelsek Trail | Salt Lake County | 40.6227, -111.6671 | Public | |
| Wells CanyonWells Canyon Road | Utah County | 40.2571, -112.1562 | Public |
Smithsonite in Utah FAQ
Where can I find smithsonite in Utah?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 smithsonite spots in Utah, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Cache County.
Is collecting smithsonite legal in Utah?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like smithsonite 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 smithsonite location in Utah?+
Cache County has the most smithsonite spots in our database for Utah. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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