Hite — Rockhounding in Garfield County, Utah

Hite is a mapped rockhounding spot in Garfield County, Utah. Reported finds include gold, platinum. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Garfield County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 37.85959, -110.40438

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.

Found at Hite

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Hite FAQ

Where is Hite?+

Hite is in Garfield County, Utah, at 37.85959, -110.40438.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Hite?+

Hite is reported to produce Gold, Platinum.

Is collecting allowed at Hite?+

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 Hite?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 37.85959, -110.40438 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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