Fountain Green: Jasper & Pyrolusite Rockhounding in Sanpete County, Utah

Updated June 2026

Fountain Green is a mapped rockhounding spot in Sanpete County, Utah. Reported finds include jasper, pyrolusite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Sanpete County
State: Utah
Coordinates: 39.62591, -111.57347

Geology at Fountain Green

This spot sits on ground mapped as Moroni Formation that formed roughly 38 to 28 million years ago. Tough silica like agate and jasper typically survives weathering and collects as float in drainages and gravel.

Mapped unit: Moroni Formation
Age: 38–28 Ma (Late Eocene to Early Oligocene)
Elevation: 6,620 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Fountain Green

Best months: March to November. Typical highs run 85°F in midsummer and 34°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 9°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, MORONI station (7 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

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.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

BLM Utah, Rockhounding overview
Utah Geological Survey, collecting guidelines
SITLA, surface use rules
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Fountain Green

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Fountain Green FAQ

Where is Fountain Green?+

Fountain Green is in Sanpete County, Utah, at 39.62591, -111.57347.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Fountain Green?+

Fountain Green is reported to produce Jasper, Pyrolusite.

Is collecting allowed at Fountain Green?+

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.

What tools should I bring to Fountain Green?+

Most agate and jasper is surface float: bring a spray bottle, a pick or small shovel, and a sturdy bag. Wet stones show their banding and translucence.

When is the best time to visit Fountain Green?+

The most comfortable months at Fountain Green are March to November.

How do I get to Fountain Green?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 39.62591, -111.57347 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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