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Where to Find Chalcedony in Michigan

Michigan has 5 mapped collecting spots that report chalcedony, spread across 5 counties. 3 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible, and 1 is a fee-dig site.

Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.

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Standout chalcedony spots in Michigan

Hand-picked from the full list above, with the reason each one earns a trip.

Best counties for chalcedony in Michigan

Ranked by the number of mapped chalcedony spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.

Before you go

Read the chalcedony identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Chalcedony in the encyclopedia.

Chalcedony in Michigan FAQ

Where can you find chalcedony in Michigan?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Houghton County, Keweenaw County, and Luce County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many chalcedony spots are mapped in Michigan?+
5 spots across 5 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect chalcedony in Michigan?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 3 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public, and 1 is a fee-dig operation where you pay for access and keep what you find. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.

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