Gold near Moab, UT
12 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Moab report gold. The closest is Salt Valley, about 11 miles out (14 min drive).
Recreational gold collecting means panning placer gravels where moving water has concentrated heavy flakes and the occasional nugget, or working the dumps of historic lode districts.
Map of 12 gold collecting spots within 150 miles of Moab, Utah
Closest gold spots to Moab
- Salt ValleyGrand County, Utah11 mi · 14 min driveAzurite, Carnallite, Gold
- Bald MesaGrand County, Utah13 mi · 16 min driveGold, Pyrolusite
- Colorado RiverGrand County, Utah31 mi · 39 min driveChromite, Gold
- Monticello mining districtSan Juan County, Utah51 mi · 1 hr 4 min driveAnhydrite, Carnotite, Gypsum
- HiteGarfield County, Utah68 mi · 1 hr 25 min driveGold, Platinum
- Colorado RiverGarfield County, Utah70 mi · 1 hr 27 min driveGold, Magnetite
Every gold 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt ValleyDelicate Arch Road | Grand County | 38.7305, -109.5251 | Public | |
| Bald MesaBald Mesa Electric Users Road | Grand County | 38.5223, -109.3252 | Public | |
| Colorado RiverBeards Road | Grand County | 38.9598, -109.2406 | Public | |
| Monticello mining districtCooley Pass Trail | San Juan County | 37.8313, -109.4670 | Public | |
| Hite | Garfield County | 37.8596, -110.4044 | Public | |
| Colorado River | Garfield County | 37.8377, -110.4322 | Public | |
| Colorado River | San Juan County | 37.7635, -110.4331 | Public | |
| San Juan River | San Juan County | 37.2782, -109.4125 | Public | |
| Bluff500 South | San Juan County | 37.2728, -109.5611 | Public | |
| Colorado River | Kane County | 37.2199, -110.8975 | Public | |
| JensenRedwash Highway | Uintah County | 40.3626, -109.3378 | Public | |
| Gunnison Gold Belt MinesOld Huntsman Mesa Road | Gunnison County | 38.3078, -107.0925 | Public |
Gold near Moab FAQ
Where can I find gold near Moab?+
12 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Moab report gold. The closest is Salt Valley in Grand County County, roughly 11 miles away (14 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect gold on public land near Moab?+
12 of the 12 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.
Do I need a permit to pan for gold?+
Hand panning is generally allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land that is not under an active mining claim, with no permit needed for pans and hand tools. Sluices and dredges fall under state rules and often do need permits. Check claim maps before working a creek: panning someone's claim is theft.
How far from Moab do I need to drive?+
The nearest gold spot is about 11 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 134 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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