Sams Canyon — Rockhounding in Wasatch County, Utah

Sams Canyon is a mapped rockhounding spot in Wasatch County, Utah. Reported finds include lode gold. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Wasatch County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 40.38908, -111.46336

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 Sams Canyon

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Lode Gold

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Sams Canyon FAQ

Where is Sams Canyon?+

Sams Canyon is in Wasatch County, Utah, at 40.38908, -111.46336.

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

Sams Canyon is reported to produce Lode Gold.

Is collecting allowed at Sams 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 Sams Canyon?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 40.38908, -111.46336 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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