Fossils near Cedar City, UT
4 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Cedar City report fossil. The closest is Hurricane, about 35 miles out (44 min drive).
Fossil collecting spots cluster around exposed sedimentary rock: road cuts, creek banks, quarries, and badlands where erosion keeps bringing fresh material to the surface.
Map of 4 fossil collecting spots within 150 miles of Cedar City, Utah
Closest fossils spots to Cedar City
- HurricaneWashington County, Utah35 mi · 44 min driveFossils
- EscalanteGarfield County, Utah82 mi · 1 hr 42 min drivePetrified Dinosaur Bone, Agate, Monazite
- TorreyWayne County, Utah100 mi · 2 hr 5 min driveAgate, Jasper, Petrified Dinosaur Bone
- EmerySevier County, Utah120 mi · 2 hr 30 min driveAgate, Jasperized Dinosaur Bone
Types of fossils reported near Cedar City
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Jasperized Dinosaur Bone2
- Petrified Dinosaur Bone2
- Fossils1
Every fossil spot within 150 miles of Cedar City
Sorted by distance from Cedar City. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HurricaneSandstone Mountain Trail | Washington County | 37.2122, -113.3241 | Permission | |
| EscalanteEscalante River Trail | Garfield County | 37.7782, -111.5744 | Permission | |
| TorreyNorth 300 East Street | Wayne County | 38.3051, -111.4093 | Public | |
| Emery | Sevier County |
| 38.7837, -111.3592 | Public |
Fossils near Cedar City FAQ
Where can I find fossils near Cedar City?+
4 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Cedar City report fossil. The closest is Hurricane in Washington County County, roughly 35 miles away (44 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect fossils on public land near Cedar City?+
2 of the 4 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Is it legal to keep fossils I find?+
On federal land, common invertebrate and plant fossils (shells, corals, trilobites, leaf prints) may be collected casually for personal use. Vertebrate fossils (bone, teeth, anything with a backbone) are protected on federal land and need a research permit. Private land follows the landowner's permission. When in doubt, photograph it, note the location, and ask the managing agency.
How far from Cedar City do I need to drive?+
The nearest fossil spot is about 35 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 120 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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