Treasure hunt in western Utah
Sat, May 16
|City Market
We will be exploring western Utah including bonneville salt flats, multiple areas with fossils and crystals/gems.
Time & Location
May 16, 2026, 7:00 AM – May 23, 2026, 6:00 PM
City Market, 630 24 Rd, Grand Junction, CO 81505, USA
Guests
About the event
Treasure hunt in western Utah.
----Trail Leader----
Brad Peterson
----Trip Dates----
05/16/2026-05/23/2026
----Trip Description----
We will be heading to western Utah from the bonneville salt flats down through rich mining and historical features. We will take some time to view wildlife, dig for some crystals and maybe even a fossil or two. This will also include time for hiking and exploring as well. Come join us in some of the loneliest terrain in the western US.
----Off-road Miles----
Approximately 360 miles
----Trail Difficulty----
Easy to intermediate
----Vehicle Requirements----
High Clearance 4x4
Off-road capable tires (plus wheel key)
Full-size spare
Frame mounted tow points front and back
Minimum 3 gallons extra fuel. There are very few opportunities for refueling in this area. Keep in mind what your normal vehicles consumption is on dirt roads as most of the trail is fairly easy
----Required Equipment----
20,000+lb Tow Strap or Recovery/Snatch Strap
2x Shackles
----Minimum Recommended Equipment----
Fire Extinguisher
First Aid Kit/Personal Medication
Extra Water
Extra Fuel
Vehicle Unique Tools
Warm Emergency Clothing
----Optional Ham Radio Comms----
Primary 146.550
Secondary 146.580
----Meeting Location/Time----
7:00am
City Market- Grand Junction
630 24 rd
Grand Junction, CO 81505
----Time to Trail Head----
6 hours from Grand Junction, CO
9 hours 20 min from Golden, CO
Tickets
Treasure hunt in western Utah
$200.00
+$5.00 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00