Where to Find Fossils in Wisconsin
3 mapped fossils rockhounding spots in Wisconsin, across 3 counties. Fossil collecting on most BLM and Forest Service land is allowed for invertebrate and plant fossils, with limits.
Map of 3 fossils rockhounding spots in Wisconsin
Fossils by county in Wisconsin
Counties ranked by number of fossils spots in our database.
Every fossils spot in Wisconsin
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffs of Miss. RiverHanifl Road | La Crosse County | 43.7779, -91.2407 | Public | |
| RacineRacine MRK Trail | Racine County | 42.7739, -87.8083 | Public | |
| OshkoshDivision Street | Waushara County | 44.0430, -89.0981 | Public |
Fossils in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can I find fossils in Wisconsin?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 fossils spots in Wisconsin, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in La Crosse County.
Is collecting fossils legal in Wisconsin?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fossils 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 fossils location in Wisconsin?+
La Crosse County has the most fossils spots in our database for Wisconsin. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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