Rockhounding in Box Elder County, Utah
11 mapped rockhounding spots in Box Elder County. Most commonly produces chalcopyrite, galena, limonite, malachite.
Map showing 11 rockhounding spots in Box Elder County, Utah
Minerals reported in Box Elder County
Spots in Box Elder County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Creek | 41.6915, -113.6853 | Public | |
| Crater Island | 41.0880, -113.7700 | Public | |
| Great Salt Lake | 41.5245, -112.7833 | Public | |
| Grouse Creek MountainsImgham Pass Road | 41.6564, -113.7534 | Public | |
| Pilot RangeTunnel Springs Rd | 41.2481, -114.0397 | Public | |
| Promontory MountainsSouth East Promontory Road | 41.2539, -112.4913 | Public | |
| Promontory PointSouth East Promontory Road |
| 41.2269, -112.4177 | Public |
| Raft River Mountains | 41.8742, -113.5085 | Public | |
| SnowvilleStone Road |
| 41.9818, -112.7087 | Public |
| Vipont MineBirch Creek Road | 41.9657, -113.8459 | Public | |
| WillardGrizzly Peak Direct Trail | 41.4252, -111.9758 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Utah
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Box Elder County. A natural extension if Box Elder County is already on your trip plan.
- Davis County~71 mi4 spotsTop: Azurite, Malachite, Aragonite
- Weber County~73 mi3 spotsTop: Malachite, Azurite, Cerussite
- Cache County~75 mi5 spotsTop: Galena, Cerussite, Malachite
- Tooele County~83 mi19 spotsTop: Galena, Pyrite, Cerussite
- Morgan County~84 mi3 spotsTop: Biotite, Copper, Gold
- Salt Lake County~95 mi8 spotsTop: Barite, Galena, Magnetite
Box Elder County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Box Elder County, Utah?+
RockHoundR tracks 11 rockhounding spots in Box Elder County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Box Elder County?+
Spots in Box Elder County most often produce Chalcopyrite, Galena, Limonite, Malachite, Pyrite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Box Elder 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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