Rockhounding in Utah County, Utah
7 mapped rockhounding spots in Utah County. Most commonly produces calcite, quartz, sylvanite, actinolite.
Map showing 7 rockhounding spots in Utah County, Utah
Minerals reported in Utah County
- Calcite2
- Quartz2
- Sylvanite2
- Actinolite1
- Albite1
- Alunite1
- Andradite1
- Argentite1
Spots in Utah County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tintic Mountains | 39.9030, -112.0430 | Public | |
| FairfieldLewiston Road | 40.2736, -112.1452 | Public | |
| Lake Mountain |
| 40.2069, -111.9383 | Public |
| Pelican Point | 40.2675, -111.8495 | Public | |
| Santaquin & Silver Lake mining districtsYankee Mine Road |
| 40.5431, -111.6320 | Public |
| Thorpe Hills | 40.2073, -112.1537 | Public | |
| Wells CanyonWells Canyon Road | 40.2571, -112.1562 | Public |
Other rockhounding counties in Utah
- San Juan County21 spotsTop: Carnotite, Azurite, Malachite
- Tooele County19 spotsTop: Galena, Pyrite, Cerussite
- Beaver County18 spotsTop: Pyrite, Quartz, Azurite
- Grand County15 spotsTop: Pyrolusite, Agate, Jasper
- Juab County15 spotsTop: Fluorite, Beryl, Pyrite
- Millard County15 spotsTop: Garnet, Chalcedony, Idocrase
Utah County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Utah County, Utah?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 rockhounding spots in Utah County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Utah County?+
Spots in Utah County most often produce Calcite, Quartz, Sylvanite, Actinolite, Albite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Utah County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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