Where to Find Sphalerite in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 6 mapped collecting spots that report sphalerite, spread across 3 counties. The largest share sits in Grant County with 3 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every sphalerite spot we track in Wisconsin
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
- Cobb & MifflinIowa County, WisconsinPublic access · Azurite, Barite, Chalcopyrite +3
- OshkoshWaushara County, WisconsinPublic access · Calcite, Galena, Marcasite +3
Best counties for sphalerite in Wisconsin
Ranked by the number of mapped sphalerite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Grant County3 spots
- Iowa County2 spots
- Waushara County1 spot
Before you go
Read the sphalerite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Sphalerite in the encyclopedia.
Sphalerite in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can you find sphalerite in Wisconsin?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Grant County, Iowa County, and Waushara County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many sphalerite spots are mapped in Wisconsin?+
6 spots across 3 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 sphalerite 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. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt sphalerite 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.
