Crater Island — Rockhounding in Box Elder County, Utah

Crater Island is a mapped rockhounding spot in Box Elder County, Utah. Reported finds include bornite, calcite, chalcopyrite, chrysocolla. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Box Elder County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 41.08802, -113.77005

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 Crater Island

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Crater Island FAQ

Where is Crater Island?+

Crater Island is in Box Elder County, Utah, at 41.08802, -113.77005.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Crater Island?+

Crater Island is reported to produce Bornite, Calcite, Chalcopyrite, Chrysocolla.

Is collecting allowed at Crater Island?+

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 Crater Island?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.08802, -113.77005 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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