Pelican Point: Onyx Rockhounding in Utah County, Utah

Updated June 2026

Pelican Point is a mapped rockhounding spot in Utah County, Utah. Reported finds include onyx. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Utah County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 40.26747, -111.84949

Geology at Pelican Point

This spot sits on ground mapped as water. Fresh exposures, cuts, and drainages are typically the most productive places to look on ground like this.

Mapped unit: water
Elevation: 4,490 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 Pelican Point

Best months: February to June. Typical highs run 93°F in midsummer and 38°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 20°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, OREM TRTMT PLT station (6 mi away).

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 Pelican Point

Each chip opens all spots that produce that material; the encyclopedia link opens the full ID and field guide.

Onyx

Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Pelican Point.

Pelican Point FAQ

Where is Pelican Point?+

Pelican Point is in Utah County, Utah, at 40.26747, -111.84949.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Pelican Point?+

Pelican Point is reported to produce Onyx.

Is collecting allowed at Pelican Point?+

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 Pelican Point?+

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 Pelican Point?+

The most comfortable months at Pelican Point are February to June.

How do I get to Pelican Point?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.26747, -111.84949 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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