San Rafael Swell: Jasper & Agate Rockhounding in Emery County, Utah

Updated August 2026

San Rafael Swell is a mapped rockhounding spot in Emery County, Utah. Reported finds include jasper, agate, nodule, celestite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Emery County
State: Utah
Nearest road: Green River Cutoff
Coordinates: 39.20346, -110.37129

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Utah, Rockhounding overview
Utah Geological Survey, collecting guidelines
SITLA, surface use rules
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at San Rafael Swell

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San Rafael Swell FAQ

Where is San Rafael Swell?+

San Rafael Swell is in Emery County, Utah, at 39.20346, -110.37129. Nearest road: Green River Cutoff.

What rocks and minerals can you find at San Rafael Swell?+

San Rafael Swell is reported to produce Jasper, Agate, Nodule, Celestite.

Is collecting allowed at San Rafael Swell?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to San Rafael Swell?+

Most agate and jasper is surface float: bring a spray bottle, a pick or small shovel, and a sturdy bag. Wet stones show their banding and translucence.

How do I get to San Rafael Swell?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 39.20346, -110.37129 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Green River Cutoff.

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