Geodes near Delta, UT
5 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Delta report geode. The closest is Simpson Springs, about 48 miles out (1 hr 1 min drive).
Geodes are hollow, roughly spherical rocks lined with crystals, most often quartz, amethyst, or calcite. They weather out of limestone and volcanic host rock and concentrate in creek gravels and hillside float.
Map of 5 geode collecting spots within 150 miles of Delta, Utah
Closest geodes spots to Delta
- Simpson SpringsTooele County, Utah48 mi · 1 hr 1 min driveGeode, Nodules, Morganite
- GlenwoodSevier County, Utah51 mi · 1 hr 4 min driveAnhydrite, Geode, Gypsum
- NewcastleIron County, Utah128 mi · 2 hr 40 min driveGeode
- CentralWashington County, Utah145 mi · 3 hr 1 min driveGeode
- OrdervilleKane County, Utah146 mi · 3 hr 3 min driveSeptarian Nodules, Agate, Anhydrite
Every geode spot within 150 miles of Delta
Sorted by distance from Delta. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simpson SpringsSimpson Springs Road | Tooele County |
| 40.0359, -112.7767 | Public |
| GlenwoodRace Loop | Sevier County | 38.7875, -111.9547 | Public | |
| NewcastlePinto Canyon Road | Iron County | 37.6585, -113.5434 | Public | |
| CentralSanta Clara Access Road | Washington County | 37.4112, -113.6012 | Public | |
| OrdervilleUpper Sand Wash | Kane County |
| 37.2392, -112.6508 | Public |
Geodes near Delta FAQ
Where can I find geodes near Delta?+
5 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Delta report geode. The closest is Simpson Springs in Tooele County County, roughly 48 miles away (1 hr 1 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect geodes on public land near Delta?+
5 of the 5 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
How do I know if a rock is a geode before cracking it open?+
Candidates are rounder and lighter than solid rocks of the same size, with a bumpy cauliflower surface. Shake one next to your ear: loose crystals sometimes rattle. The only sure test is opening it with a cross-peen hammer or a soil pipe cutter, which gives cleaner halves than a flat smash.
How far from Delta do I need to drive?+
The nearest geode spot is about 48 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 146 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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