Where to Find Copper in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 5 mapped collecting spots that report copper, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Douglas County County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 copper collecting spots in Wisconsin
Best counties for copper in Wisconsin
Ranked by the number of mapped copper spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Douglas County2 spots
- Ashland County1 spot
- Iron County1 spot
- Polk County1 spot
Every copper spot we track in Wisconsin
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Area | Ashland County | 46.4167, -90.6459 | Public | |
| AnniconCoolidge Memorial Highway | Douglas County | 46.5160, -91.6030 | Public | |
| Ounce CreekCoppermine Scenic Drive Loop | Douglas County | 46.2192, -91.5640 | Public | |
| Iron CountyTrail 17 | Iron County | 46.4450, -90.1780 | Public | |
| Dresser Trap Rock QuarryEast Avenue North | Polk County |
| 45.3790, -92.6297 | Public |
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 County, Ashland County County, and Iron County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many copper spots are mapped in Wisconsin?+
5 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. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt copper in Wisconsin with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
