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Copper Globe Trailhead

Where
Ferron, UT (Emery County)
Phone
+1 435-636-3600

Good to know

This trailhead leads to the remains of a historic mining operation from 1900–1905 where you can explore standing structures and equipment. Though the venture never successfully smelted copper due to poor ore quality, the site tells an interesting story of early mining efforts. Wear sturdy shoes since you'll be walking around old mining features.

Updated October 22, 2026

Copper Globe Trailhead

The Copper Globe mining area provides visitors with an opportunity to explore standing structures and features associated with a historic mine in operation from 1900-1905. While no copper was actually successfully smelted due to the low quality of the ore, the tale of the site is interesting in itse

About Copper Globe Trailhead

Copper Globe Trailhead is one of 4 historic sites in Ferron on Go Do, in Emery County. 8 other historic sites are within 30 miles; the closest is Head of Sinbad, about 9.0 miles away. Its own website and phone number are given above.

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Where is it?

Ferron, Utah.

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