Where to Find Sphalerite in Wisconsin
6 mapped sphalerite rockhounding spots in Wisconsin, across 3 counties. Sphalerite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 6 sphalerite rockhounding spots in Wisconsin
Sphalerite by county in Wisconsin
Counties ranked by number of sphalerite spots in our database.
Every sphalerite 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 |
| Cobb & MifflinBollant Road | Iowa County | 42.8839, -90.3877 | Public | |
| DodgevilleCounty Highway YZ | Iowa County | 42.9757, -90.0862 | Public | |
| OshkoshDivision Street | Waushara County | 44.0430, -89.0981 | Public |
Sphalerite in Wisconsin FAQ
Where can I find sphalerite in Wisconsin?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 sphalerite spots in Wisconsin, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Grant County.
Is collecting sphalerite legal in Wisconsin?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like sphalerite 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 sphalerite location in Wisconsin?+
Grant County has the most sphalerite spots in our database for Wisconsin. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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