Fossils near Delta, UT
7 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Delta report fossil. The closest is Fairfield, about 68 miles out (1 hr 25 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 7 fossil collecting spots within 150 miles of Delta, Utah
Closest fossils spots to Delta
- FairfieldUtah County, Utah68 mi · 1 hr 25 min driveChalcedony, Chert, Limonite
- EmerySevier County, Utah76 mi · 1 hr 35 min driveAgate, Jasperized Dinosaur Bone
- Castle DaleEmery County, Utah91 mi · 1 hr 54 min driveAgate, Agatized Dinosaur Bone, Petrified Wood
- TorreyWayne County, Utah96 mi · 2 hr driveAgate, Jasper, Petrified Dinosaur Bone
- San Rafael SwellEmery County, Utah114 mi · 2 hr 22 min driveAgatized Wood, Amethyst, Carnotite
- WoodsideEmery County, Utah120 mi · 2 hr 31 min driveAgate, Carnotite, Chalcedony
Types of fossils reported near Delta
Counts reflect how many spots in this radius mention each variety.
- Petrified Dinosaur Bone4
- Jasperized Dinosaur Bone2
- Agatized Dinosaur Bone1
- Fossils1
Every fossil spot within 150 miles of Delta
Sorted by distance from Delta. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FairfieldLewiston Road | Utah County | 40.2736, -112.1452 | Public | |
| Emery | Sevier County |
| 38.7837, -111.3592 | Public |
| Castle DaleCedar Hollow Trail | Emery County |
| 39.2274, -110.8866 | Public |
| TorreyNorth 300 East Street | Wayne County | 38.3051, -111.4093 | Public | |
| San Rafael Swell | Emery County |
| 38.9221, -110.5309 | Public |
| WoodsideDinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway | Emery County |
| 39.2016, -110.3346 | Public |
| EscalanteEscalante River Trail | Garfield County | 37.7782, -111.5744 | Permission |
Fossils near Delta FAQ
Where can I find fossils near Delta?+
7 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Delta report fossil. The closest is Fairfield in Utah County County, roughly 68 miles away (1 hr 25 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect fossils on public land near Delta?+
6 of the 7 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 Delta do I need to drive?+
The nearest fossil spot is about 68 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 122 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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