Where to Find Bornite in Wisconsin
3 mapped bornite rockhounding spots in Wisconsin, across 3 counties. Bornite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 3 bornite rockhounding spots in Wisconsin
Bornite by county in Wisconsin
Counties ranked by number of bornite spots in our database.
Every bornite spot in Wisconsin
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ounce CreekCoppermine Scenic Drive Loop | Douglas County | 46.2192, -91.5640 | Public | |
| Dresser Trap Rock QuarryEast Avenue North | Polk County |
| 45.3790, -92.6297 | Public |
| The Bend DepositNorth Road | Taylor County |
| 45.2908, -90.5964 | Public |
Bornite in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can I find bornite in Wisconsin?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 bornite spots in Wisconsin, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Douglas County.
Is collecting bornite legal in Wisconsin?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like bornite 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 bornite location in Wisconsin?+
Douglas County has the most bornite spots in our database for Wisconsin. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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