Brian Head Agates: Dendritic Agate & Chalcedony Rockhounding in Iron County, Utah

Updated August 2026

Brian Head Agates is a mapped rockhounding spot in Iron County, Utah. Reported finds include dendritic agate, chalcedony. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Iron County
State: Utah
Nearest road: Brian Head Peak Road
Postcode: 84719
Coordinates: 37.67346, -112.83421

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 Brian Head Agates

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Brian Head Agates FAQ

Where is Brian Head Agates?+

Brian Head Agates is in Iron County, Utah, at 37.67346, -112.83421. Nearest road: Brian Head Peak Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Brian Head Agates?+

Brian Head Agates is reported to produce Dendritic Agate, Chalcedony.

Is collecting allowed at Brian Head Agates?+

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 Brian Head Agates?+

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 Brian Head Agates?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 37.67346, -112.83421 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Brian Head Peak Road.

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