Glitter Mountain
This old selenite mine is dotted with tiny crystals that make it shimmer like it's covered in glitter.

šŸ“œ This 'mountain' glitters in the sun due to small selenite crystals on its slopes. It is an old selenite mine, managed by the Bureau of Land Management, with mineral rights leased.

Why Go

🌊 Shimmering selenite crystals
ā›ļø Explore an open pit (20 to 30 feet deep)
šŸ“ø Unique geological photo opportunities

Why Avoid

āš ļø Landowner requests no removal of large crystals; entry to active pit discouraged by owner.
🚫 Not handicap accessible.
🚧 Potential for a fence if rules are ignored.

Tips

šŸ…æļø Park close to the sign
šŸ“ Approach from St. George, Utah, despite Littlefield, Ariz. postal address

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