Gunnison — Rockhounding in Sanpete County, Utah

Gunnison is a mapped rockhounding spot in Sanpete County, Utah. Reported finds include anhydrite, gypsum, halite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Sanpete County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 39.12579, -111.74379

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 Gunnison

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Gunnison FAQ

Where is Gunnison?+

Gunnison is in Sanpete County, Utah, at 39.12579, -111.74379.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Gunnison?+

Gunnison is reported to produce Anhydrite, Gypsum, Halite.

Is collecting allowed at Gunnison?+

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 Gunnison?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 39.12579, -111.74379 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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