Where to Find Agate in Wisconsin
10 mapped agate rockhounding spots in Wisconsin, across 10 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States.
Map of 10 agate rockhounding spots in Wisconsin
Agate by county in Wisconsin
Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.
Every agate spot in Wisconsin
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland CountyFenton Road | Ashland County | 46.2490, -90.6852 | Public | |
| Bayfield CountyD Street | Bayfield County | 46.5684, -91.4203 | Public | |
| Black River & tributariesMerrilian to Marshfield | Clark County | 44.5654, -90.6133 | Public | |
| Prairie du Chien | Crawford County | 43.1153, -91.1579 | Public | |
| Ounce CreekCoppermine Scenic Drive Loop | Douglas County | 46.2192, -91.5640 | Public | |
| CassvilleBrewery Hollow Road | Grant County | 42.7292, -90.9924 | Public | |
| MuscodaElm Street | Iowa County | 43.1902, -90.4200 | Public | |
| Iron CountyIron Horse Trail | Iron County | 46.4577, -90.2522 | Public | |
| Sawyer CountyRiver Road | Sawyer County | 45.7601, -91.2054 | Public | |
| Central Wood CountyLincoln Road | Wood County |
| 44.4322, -90.0296 | Public |
Agate in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can I find agate in Wisconsin?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 agate spots in Wisconsin, spread across 10 counties. The strongest concentration is in Ashland County.
Is collecting agate legal in Wisconsin?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Wisconsin, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best agate location in Wisconsin?+
Ashland County has the most agate spots in our database for Wisconsin. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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