Silver Reef is a rare silver-in-sandstone camp in Washington County, Utah, active mainly in the late 1870s. Miners chased ore in the Springdale Sandstone—an unusual host—and left mills, stone walls, and a commercial core. A small museum and standing structures mark the townsite; relics stay protected under ARPA. Easy road access from Leeds/I-15.
Field facts
| Region | Washington County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37.2528, -113.3677 |
| ARPA | Artifacts & structures are protected by federal law (ARPA) — take only photos, leave every relic in place. |
| Era | 1870s |
| Feature | Sandstone silver |
| Access | Easy paved/short dirt from Leeds |
| Structures | Standing |
| Peak Pop. | ~2000 (1879) |
| Fee | Museum admission |
| Agency | Private/museum + public roads |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaSilver Reef Mining District0 km away
- TrailheadToquerville Mine Trailhead4.4 km away
- Rec areaRed Cliffs Dinosaur Track Site4.5 km away
- Picnic areaRed Cliffs Recreation Area4.6 km away
- Rec areaRed Cliffs Recreation Area4.6 km away
- CampgroundRed Cliffs Campground4.6 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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