Colorado River — Rockhounding in Garfield County, Utah
Colorado River is a mapped rockhounding spot in Garfield County, Utah. Reported finds include gold, magnetite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Colorado River in Garfield County, Utah
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Garfield County
- State
- Utah
- Coordinates
- 37.83773, -110.43225
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Colorado River.
- HiteGarfield County · 2 mi awayGold, Platinum
- Colorado RiverSan Juan County · 5 mi awayChromite, Gold
- Gypsum CreekSan Juan County · 23 mi awayAnhydrite, Gypsum
- Henry MountainsGarfield County · 25 mi awayCarnotite, Bentorite
- Henry MountainsGarfield County · 25 mi awayIlmenite, Monazite, Zircon
- Henry MountainsWayne County · 31 mi awayCarnotite
- Coaly WashWayne County · 39 mi awayJet
- HanksvilleWayne County · 39 mi awayAgate, Jasper, Petrified Wood
Colorado River FAQ
Where is Colorado River?+
Colorado River is in Garfield County, Utah, at 37.83773, -110.43225.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Colorado River?+
Colorado River is reported to produce Gold, Magnetite.
Is collecting allowed at Colorado River?+
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.
How do I get to Colorado River?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 37.83773, -110.43225 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
