Where to Find Barite in Wisconsin
6 mapped barite rockhounding spots in Wisconsin, across 3 counties. Barite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 6 barite rockhounding spots in Wisconsin
Barite by county in Wisconsin
Counties ranked by number of barite spots in our database.
Every barite spot in Wisconsin
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel GreenState Highway 80 | Grant County | 42.5327, -90.4359 | Public | |
| PlattevilleWest Main Street | Grant County | 42.7346, -90.4803 | Public | |
| WerleyStar Lane | Grant County |
| 43.0204, -90.7662 | Public |
| Cobb & MifflinBollant Road | Iowa County | 42.8839, -90.3877 | Public | |
| DodgevilleCounty Highway YZ | Iowa County | 42.9757, -90.0862 | Public | |
| Montreal MineWisconsin Avenue | Iron County |
| 46.4281, -90.2337 | Public |
Barite in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can I find barite in Wisconsin?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 barite spots in Wisconsin, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Grant County.
Is collecting barite legal in Wisconsin?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like barite 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 barite location in Wisconsin?+
Grant County has the most barite spots in our database for Wisconsin. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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