Crystal Peak, Mountain peak in Millard County, Utah.
Crystal Peak stands as a prominent geological formation within the Wah Wah Mountains of western Utah, reaching an elevation of 2,370 meters.
The mountain contains significant Middle Ordovician period dolomite deposits, dating back approximately 471 to 458 million years when marine environments dominated the region.
Geological researchers and earth scientists frequently visit the peak to study its sedimentary carbonate rock formations and ancient marine fossil collections.
Visitors can access the mountain area throughout the year, though no established trails lead to the summit, requiring careful navigation through unmarked terrain.
The peak features varying thicknesses of dolomite layers, from 61 feet in Tule Valley to 92 feet at the Desert Range Experiment Station.
Location: Millard County
Address: Crystal Peak, Utah, USA
GPS coordinates: 38.79111,-113.60000
Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:29
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