Where to Find Mica in Maine
Maine has 6 mapped collecting spots that report mica, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Oxford County County with 3 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible, and 1 is a fee-dig site.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 6 mica collecting spots in Maine
Best counties for mica in Maine
Ranked by the number of mapped mica spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Oxford County3 spots
- Androscoggin County1 spot
- Franklin County1 spot
- Sagadahoc County1 spot
Every mica spot we track in Maine
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poland Mining CampsGroves Lane | Androscoggin County | 44.0732, -70.4105 | Paid / fee | |
| Bemis Stream ProspectBemis Road | Franklin County | 44.8241, -70.7168 | Public | |
| Bumpus QuarryCrooked River Causeway | Oxford County |
| 44.3106, -70.7817 | Public |
| Hedgehog Hill QuarryHammond Hill Road | Oxford County | 44.4688, -70.4561 | Public | |
| Ragged Jack MountainAndrews Drive | Oxford County |
| 44.4223, -70.4092 | Public |
| HaveyTrenton Place | Sagadahoc County | 43.9757, -69.9448 | Public |
Mica in Maine FAQ
Where can you find mica in Maine?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Oxford County County, Androscoggin County County, and Franklin County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many mica spots are mapped in Maine?+
6 spots across 4 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 mica in Maine?+
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 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public, and 1 is a fee-dig operation where you pay for access and keep what you find. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt mica in Maine 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.
