Clayton Peak: Spinel & Vesuvianite Rockhounding in Wasatch County, Utah

Updated June 2026

Clayton Peak is a mapped rockhounding spot in Wasatch County, Utah. Reported finds include spinel, vesuvianite, chabazite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Wasatch County
State: Utah
Nearest road: Lackwaxen Lake Trail
Postcode: 84055
Coordinates: 40.58978, -111.54993

Geology at Clayton Peak

This spot sits on ground mapped as Talus that formed within roughly the last 12,000 years. Fresh exposures, cuts, and drainages are typically the most productive places to look on ground like this.

Mapped unit: Talus
Age: < 1 Ma (Holocene)
Elevation: 9,860 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 Clayton Peak

Best months: May to October. Typical highs run 68°F in midsummer and 26°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 7°F. At about 9,860 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, SILVER LAKE BRIGHTON station (2 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 Clayton Peak

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Clayton Peak FAQ

Where is Clayton Peak?+

Clayton Peak is in Wasatch County, Utah, at 40.58978, -111.54993. Nearest road: Lackwaxen Lake Trail.

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

Clayton Peak is reported to produce Spinel, Vesuvianite, Chabazite.

Is collecting allowed at Clayton 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 Clayton Peak?+

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 Clayton Peak?+

The most comfortable months at Clayton Peak are May to October. At about 9,860 ft, snow can block access from late fall well into spring, so check conditions outside of summer.

How do I get to Clayton Peak?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.58978, -111.54993 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Lackwaxen Lake Trail.

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