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Where to Find Copper in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has 7 mapped collecting spots that report copper, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Douglas County with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.

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Every copper spot we track in Wisconsin

Standout copper spots in Wisconsin

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

Best counties for copper in Wisconsin

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

Before you go

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

Copper in Wisconsin FAQ

Where can you find copper in Wisconsin?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Douglas County, Iron County, and Ashland County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many copper spots are mapped in Wisconsin?+
7 spots across 4 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 copper in Wisconsin?+
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. 6 of the 7 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.

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