Colorado River — Rockhounding in San Juan County, Utah

Colorado River is a mapped rockhounding spot in San Juan County, Utah. Reported finds include chromite, gold. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: San Juan County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 37.76351, -110.43306

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 Colorado River

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Colorado River FAQ

Where is Colorado River?+

Colorado River is in San Juan County, Utah, at 37.76351, -110.43306.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Colorado River?+

Colorado River is reported to produce Chromite, Gold.

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 37.76351, -110.43306 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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