Indian Peak: Calcite & Fluorite Rockhounding in Beaver County, Utah

Updated June 2026

Indian Peak is a mapped rockhounding spot in Beaver County, Utah. Reported finds include calcite, fluorite, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Beaver County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 38.20690, -113.86589

Geology at Indian Peak

This spot sits on Intrusions, chiefly granitic, of various dates, mapped as granodiorite that formed roughly 38 to 16 million years ago. Granitic ground like this typically carries quartz veins and pockets, and weathered crystals tend to collect in the soils and drainages below.

Mapped unit: Intrusions, chiefly granitic, of various dates
Age: 38–16 Ma (Late Eocene to Early Miocene)
Rock types: granodiorite
Elevation: 8,100 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Indian Peak

Best months: March to November. Typical highs run 82°F in midsummer and 36°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 2°F. At about 8,100 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, SPRING VALLEY SP station (21 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

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.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Utah — Rockhounding overview
Utah Geological Survey — collecting guidelines
SITLA — surface use rules
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Indian Peak

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Nearby rockhounding spots

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Across the state line from Indian Peak

Indian Peak is close enough to the Utah border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Indian Peak FAQ

Where is Indian Peak?+

Indian Peak is in Beaver County, Utah, at 38.20690, -113.86589.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Indian Peak?+

Indian Peak is reported to produce Calcite, Fluorite, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Indian Peak?+

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.

What tools should I bring to Indian Peak?+

A rock hammer, a small pry bar, gloves, and safety glasses cover most crystal ground. A screen helps in loose pocket soil, and newspaper protects points on the way out.

When is the best time to visit Indian Peak?+

The most comfortable months at Indian Peak are March to November. At about 8,100 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

How do I get to Indian Peak?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 38.20690, -113.86589 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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