Alunite Ridge — Rockhounding in Piute County, Utah

Alunite Ridge is a mapped rockhounding spot in Piute County, Utah. Reported finds include alunite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Piute County
State: Utah
Nearest road: Clyde's Basin
Coordinates: 38.37259, -112.32329

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 Alunite Ridge

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Alunite

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Alunite Ridge FAQ

Where is Alunite Ridge?+

Alunite Ridge is in Piute County, Utah, at 38.37259, -112.32329. Nearest road: Clyde's Basin.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Alunite Ridge?+

Alunite Ridge is reported to produce Alunite.

Is collecting allowed at Alunite Ridge?+

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 Alunite Ridge?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 38.37259, -112.32329 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Clyde's Basin.

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