Crystals near Moab, UT
8 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Moab report crystal. The closest is Colorado River, about 3 miles out (3 min drive).
Most collectable crystals in the field are quartz family: clear rock crystal, amethyst, smoky quartz, and rose quartz from pegmatites, veins, and vugs in host rock.
Map of 8 crystal collecting spots within 150 miles of Moab, Utah
Closest crystals spots to Moab
- Colorado RiverGrand County, Utah3 mi · 3 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Chert
- Miner's BasinGrand County, Utah15 mi · 18 min driveActinolite, Calcite, Chalcedony
- La Sal MountainsSan Juan County, Utah19 mi · 23 min driveAmethyst, Azurite, Bornite
- AgateGrand County, Utah35 mi · 43 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Chert
- San Rafael SwellEmery County, Utah58 mi · 1 hr 13 min driveAgatized Wood, Amethyst, Carnotite
- MarysvillePiute County, Utah145 mi · 3 hr 1 min driveCinnabar, Alunite, Albite
Types of crystals reported near Moab
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
Every crystal spot within 150 miles of Moab
Sorted by distance from Moab. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado RiverDinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | Grand County | 38.6027, -109.5841 | Public | |
| Miner's BasinMiners Basin Road | Grand County | 38.5456, -109.2816 | Public | |
| La Sal MountainsLa Sal Pass Road | San Juan County | 38.4282, -109.2585 | Public | |
| AgateCR 179 | Grand County | 39.0176, -109.2472 | Public | |
| San Rafael Swell | Emery County |
| 38.9221, -110.5309 | Public |
| MarysvilleWest Bullion Avenue | Piute County | 38.4494, -112.2304 | Public | |
| Henry mining districtFlat Top Road | Sevier County | 38.5246, -112.2399 | Public | |
| Bullion CanyonBullion Canyon Road | Piute County | 38.4195, -112.2981 | Public |
Crystals near Moab FAQ
Where can I find crystals near Moab?+
8 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Moab report crystal. The closest is Colorado River in Grand County County, roughly 3 miles away (3 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect crystals on public land near Moab?+
8 of the 8 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.
Where do quartz crystals actually form?+
In open pockets: vugs in limestone, gas cavities in volcanic rock, and pockets inside pegmatites. That is why digging productive crystal ground means following a vein or a pocket zone rather than sifting random soil. Loose points in creek beds are pocket material that erosion already freed.
How far from Moab do I need to drive?+
The nearest crystal spot is about 3 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 149 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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