Where to Find Galena in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 7 mapped collecting spots that report galena, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Grant County with 3 spots. 7 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every galena spot we track in Wisconsin
Montreal MineIron County, WisconsinPublic access · Actinolite, Barite, Selenite +15- DodgevilleIowa County, WisconsinPublic access · Barite, Calcite, Galena +4
- Hazel GreenGrant County, WisconsinPublic access · Barite, Calcite, Galena +4
- PlattevilleGrant County, WisconsinPublic access · Barite, Calcite, Galena +4
- WerleyGrant County, WisconsinPublic access · Barite, Dogtooth Calcite, Galena +4
- OshkoshWaushara County, WisconsinPublic access · Calcite, Galena, Marcasite +3
- MonroeGreen County, WisconsinPublic access · Galena
Best counties for galena in Wisconsin
Ranked by the number of mapped galena spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Grant County3 spots
- Green County1 spot
- Iowa County1 spot
- Iron County1 spot
- Waushara County1 spot
Before you go
Read the galena identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Galena in the encyclopedia.
Galena in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can you find galena in Wisconsin?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Grant County, Green County, and Iowa County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many galena spots are mapped in Wisconsin?+
7 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 galena 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. 7 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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Hunt galena 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.
