Colton: Albertite & Ingramite Rockhounding in Carbon County, Utah

Updated June 2026

Colton is a mapped rockhounding spot in Carbon County, Utah. Reported finds include albertite, ingramite, nitrite, ozokerite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Carbon County
State: Utah
Nearest road: Peerless Road
Postcode: 84526
Coordinates: 39.70411, -110.90921

Geology at Colton

This spot sits on Mesaverde Group, mapped as sandstone that formed roughly 84 to 72 million years ago. Sedimentary rock like this erodes unevenly, so the most productive collecting is typically along fresh cuts, badland slopes, and active drainages.

Mapped unit: Mesaverde Group
Age: 84–72 Ma (Late Cretaceous)
Rock types: sandstone
Elevation: 7,160 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 Colton

Best months: March to October. Typical highs run 85°F in midsummer and 31°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 11°F. At about 7,160 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, PRICE CARBON CO AP station (10 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 Colton

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Colton FAQ

Where is Colton?+

Colton is in Carbon County, Utah, at 39.70411, -110.90921. Nearest road: Peerless Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Colton?+

Colton is reported to produce Albertite, Ingramite, Nitrite, Ozokerite.

Is collecting allowed at Colton?+

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 Colton?+

A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, safety glasses, and a collecting bag cover the basics here. Add a spray bottle: wet rock shows color and pattern that dry rock hides.

When is the best time to visit Colton?+

The most comfortable months at Colton are March to October. At about 7,160 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

How do I get to Colton?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 39.70411, -110.90921 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Peerless Road.

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