Laketown Canyon — Rockhounding in Rich County, Utah

Laketown Canyon is a mapped rockhounding spot in Rich County, Utah. Reported finds include phosphorite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Rich County
State: Utah
Postcode: 84038
Coordinates: 41.81370, -111.31191

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 Laketown Canyon

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Phosphorite

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Laketown Canyon FAQ

Where is Laketown Canyon?+

Laketown Canyon is in Rich County, Utah, at 41.81370, -111.31191.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Laketown Canyon?+

Laketown Canyon is reported to produce Phosphorite.

Is collecting allowed at Laketown Canyon?+

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 Laketown Canyon?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 41.81370, -111.31191 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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