Mule Ear — Rockhounding in San Juan County, Utah

Mule Ear is a mapped rockhounding spot in San Juan County, Utah. Reported finds include pyrope garnet. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: San Juan County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 37.17969, -109.70528

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 Mule Ear

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Pyrope Garnet

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Mule Ear FAQ

Where is Mule Ear?+

Mule Ear is in San Juan County, Utah, at 37.17969, -109.70528.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Mule Ear?+

Mule Ear is reported to produce Pyrope Garnet.

Is collecting allowed at Mule Ear?+

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 Mule Ear?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 37.17969, -109.70528 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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