Birch Creek — Rockhounding in Box Elder County, Utah

Birch Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Box Elder County, Utah. Reported finds include kyanite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Box Elder County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 41.69148, -113.68535

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.

Found at Birch Creek

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Kyanite

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Birch Creek FAQ

Where is Birch Creek?+

Birch Creek is in Box Elder County, Utah, at 41.69148, -113.68535.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Birch Creek?+

Birch Creek is reported to produce Kyanite.

Is collecting allowed at Birch Creek?+

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.

How do I get to Birch Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.69148, -113.68535 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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