Where to Find Jasper in Michigan
4 mapped jasper rockhounding spots in Michigan, across 4 counties. Jasper is the opaque cousin of agate: silica-cemented, often vividly colored, and tough enough to take a high polish. Michigan is the spiritual home of Lake Superior agate hunting.
Map of 4 jasper rockhounding spots in Michigan
Jasper by county in Michigan
Counties ranked by number of jasper spots in our database.
Every jasper spot in Michigan
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McClain State ParkBear Lake Road | Houghton County |
| 47.2368, -88.6147 | Public |
| Keweenaw Point | Keweenaw County |
| 47.4079, -87.7115 | Public |
| Jasper HillJasper Knob | Marquette County | 46.4867, -87.6551 | Public | |
| Lake Superior BeachLakeshore Road | Ontonagon County |
| 46.8713, -89.3352 | Public |
Jasper in Michigan FAQ
Where can I find jasper in Michigan?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 jasper spots in Michigan, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Houghton County.
Is collecting jasper legal in Michigan?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like jasper is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Michigan, 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 jasper location in Michigan?+
Houghton County has the most jasper spots in our database for Michigan. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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