Rockhound
Juab County, UT
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Topaz Mountain in Juab County’s Thomas Range is Utah’s classic free-collecting topaz ground. Wind and weather free sherry-to-clear topaz crystals from rhyolite; red beryl and garnet turn up for careful eyes. BLM public land—hand tools only, fill holes, and avoid patented claims. High-clearance dirt roads; brutal summer heat.
| Region | Juab County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 39.7094, -113.1060 |
| Minerals | Topaz |
| Fee | Free |
| Access | Dirt roads; high-clearance recommended |
| Tools | Recommended |
| Land status | BLM/public land (verify current claim status) |
| Material | Topaz (sherry/amber crystals in rhyolite); also red beryl, garnet, etc. |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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