Antelope Range: Limonite & Pyrolusite Rockhounding in Piute County, Utah

Updated June 2026

Antelope Range is a mapped rockhounding spot in Piute County, Utah. Reported finds include limonite, pyrolusite, torbernite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Piute County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 38.50122, -112.19837

Geology at Antelope Range

This spot sits on ground mapped as Central Intrusion, Volcanics of Monroe Peak Caldera that formed roughly 23 to 5 million years ago. Volcanic ground like this weathers into rocky slopes and float, and fresh exposures in cuts and drainages are usually the most productive places to look.

Mapped unit: Central Intrusion, Volcanics of Monroe Peak Caldera
Age: 23–5 Ma (Miocene)
Elevation: 7,020 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Antelope Range

Best months: March to November. Typical highs run 85°F in midsummer and 39°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 12°F. At about 7,020 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, MARYSVALE station (4 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

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 Antelope Range

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Antelope Range FAQ

Where is Antelope Range?+

Antelope Range is in Piute County, Utah, at 38.50122, -112.19837.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Antelope Range?+

Antelope Range is reported to produce Limonite, Pyrolusite, Torbernite.

Is collecting allowed at Antelope Range?+

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 Antelope Range?+

A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, safety glasses, and a collecting bag cover the basics here. Add a spray bottle: wet rock shows color and pattern that dry rock hides.

When is the best time to visit Antelope Range?+

The most comfortable months at Antelope Range are March to November. At about 7,020 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

How do I get to Antelope Range?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 38.50122, -112.19837 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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