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Rock Hounding For Obsidian - Delta Utah
By Utah Outdoor Activities
Photo Submitted By Amy
Located approx 43 miles from Delta, Utah via HWY 257 is the Obsidian
beds. Obsidian was used by the Indians to make arrowheads,
spearheads and other tools. This rock is brittle and sharp
like glass and this area has a variety of different colors such as
black with white flake patterns called Snowflake Obsidian and
Mahogany Obsidian which is brown or black & brown. There are
two different collecting locations with the first having an
abundance of the Snowflake and plain black Obsidian. The first
collecting location also offers larger rocks great for adding that
extra beauty to your flower beds.
The second location is the place to find the Mahogany Obsidian.
The whole mountain side was just loaded with this beautiful shiny
rock. When you think you found that perfect piece, you locate
another more unique piece and then another. So plan on
bringing home several pieces of this rock and if you have kids with
you, plan on a large bag full. Collecting Obsidian is perfect
for the kids as it is all over the ground. No special tools or
experience is needed, just pick it up. I personally enjoyed watching
the kids get so excited over their finds and the screams of "wow
look at this piece".
Driving Directions:
From the west edge of Delta, Utah, travel west on U.S. Highway 6/50
about 4.3 miles to the State Highway 257 junction. Turn south on
highway 257 and travel approximately 43 miles to a BLM sign displaying "Kanosh
26" and a dirt road heading east. Once on this dirt road
travel approx 2.5 miles to the first location. To get to the
second site, drive another 4.5 miles east to the top of the pass,
turn right on a dirt road leading to the quarry. This dirt
road travels up hill to the parking area. While traveling on
HWY 257 through the town of Deseret be sure to visit
The Old Fort Deseret.
Click here for more information on collecting
Obsidian
Nearby Hotel Accommodations
Best Western Motor Inn Delta Utah
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