Where to Find Hematite in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 5 mapped collecting spots that report hematite, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Dodge County County with 1 spot. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 hematite collecting spots in Wisconsin
Best counties for hematite in Wisconsin
Ranked by the number of mapped hematite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Dodge County1 spot
- Florence County1 spot
- Iron County1 spot
- Oconto County1 spot
- Polk County1 spot
Every hematite spot we track in Wisconsin
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayville & Iron RidgeLimetown Coutry | Dodge County |
| 43.4468, -88.5370 | Public |
| Pine River Reservoir | Florence County | 45.8328, -88.2640 | Public | |
| Montreal MineWisconsin Avenue | Iron County |
| 46.4281, -90.2337 | Public |
| General AreaCarter Fire Tower Trail | Oconto County | 45.3740, -88.6330 | Public | |
| Dresser Trap Rock QuarryEast Avenue North | Polk County |
| 45.3790, -92.6297 | Public |
Before you go
Read the hematite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Hematite in the encyclopedia.
Hematite in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can you find hematite in Wisconsin?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Dodge County County, Florence County County, and Iron County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many hematite spots are mapped in Wisconsin?+
5 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 hematite 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 hematite 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.
