Where to Find Galena in Wisconsin
7 mapped galena rockhounding spots in Wisconsin, across 5 counties. Galena is the heavy, bright-cleaved lead sulfide that defined many historic mining districts.
Map of 7 galena rockhounding spots in Wisconsin
Galena by county in Wisconsin
Counties ranked by number of galena spots in our database.
Every galena spot in Wisconsin
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazel GreenState Highway 80 | Grant County | 42.5327, -90.4359 | Public | |
| PlattevilleWest Main Street | Grant County | 42.7346, -90.4803 | Public | |
| WerleyStar Lane | Grant County |
| 43.0204, -90.7662 | Public |
| Monroe11th Street | Green County | 42.6001, -89.6517 | Public | |
| DodgevilleCounty Highway YZ | Iowa County | 42.9757, -90.0862 | Public | |
| Montreal MineWisconsin Avenue | Iron County |
| 46.4281, -90.2337 | Public |
| OshkoshDivision Street | Waushara County | 44.0430, -89.0981 | Public |
Galena in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can I find galena in Wisconsin?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 galena spots in Wisconsin, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Grant County.
Is collecting galena legal in Wisconsin?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like galena 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 galena location in Wisconsin?+
Grant County has the most galena spots in our database for Wisconsin. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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