Common Minerals in Zion National Park

Quartz

Quartz is a common mineral found in Zion National Park, its known for its strange crystal structure and variety of colors.

Feldspar

Feldspar is a group of minerals found in igneous and metamorphic rocks, its recognized by their weird cleavage and luster.

Mica

Mica is a group of minerals known for their unique smooth texture, its most commonly found in metamorphic rocks.

Calcite

Calcite is a common mineral found in sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, its known for its rhombohedral cleavage and its colorful crystal forms.

Hematite

Hematite is a common mineral found in sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks, its known for its redish blackish color and metallic luster.