Uteland Knoll mining district: Azurite & Chalcocite Rockhounding in Uintah County, Utah

Updated July 2026

Uteland Knoll mining district is a mapped rockhounding spot in Uintah County, Utah. Reported finds include azurite, chalcocite, gypsum, malachite, pyrite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Permission required
County: Uintah County
State: Utah
Nearest road: CR 2610
Coordinates: 40.05065, -109.74157

Geology at Uteland Knoll mining district

This spot sits on ground mapped as member B of Uinta Formation that formed roughly 56 to 34 million years ago. Copper minerals typically show as green and blue staining where mineralized rock has weathered and oxidized.

Mapped unit: member B of Uinta Formation
Age: 56–34 Ma (Eocene)
Elevation: 4,680 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 Uteland Knoll mining district

Best months: March to June. Typical highs run 95°F in midsummer and 29°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 5°F. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, OURAY 4NE station (8 mi away).

Land & collecting status

Permission required before collecting

Requires landowner or agency permission before any collecting. Do not enter without explicit authorization.

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 Uteland Knoll mining district

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Uteland Knoll mining district FAQ

Where is Uteland Knoll mining district?+

Uteland Knoll mining district is in Uintah County, Utah, at 40.05065, -109.74157. Nearest road: CR 2610.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Uteland Knoll mining district?+

Uteland Knoll mining district is reported to produce Azurite, Chalcocite, Gypsum, Malachite, Pyrite.

Is collecting allowed at Uteland Knoll mining district?+

Permission required before collecting. Requires landowner or agency permission before any collecting. Do not enter without explicit authorization. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Uteland Knoll mining district?+

A rock hammer, gloves, and safety glasses are enough for oxidized copper ground. Look for green and blue staining on weathered rock and in old dump piles.

When is the best time to visit Uteland Knoll mining district?+

The most comfortable months at Uteland Knoll mining district are March to June. Summer heat here is intense, so carry more water than you think you need and work the early morning.

How do I get to Uteland Knoll mining district?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.05065, -109.74157 in Google Maps. The nearest road is CR 2610.

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