Rockhounding in Antrim County, Michigan
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Antrim County. Most commonly produces charlevoix stone, petoskey stone, chert, cold water agate.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Antrim County, Michigan
Minerals reported in Antrim County
- Charlevoix Stone4
- Petoskey Stone4
- Chert3
- Cold Water Agate3
- Unakite3
- Elk Blue2
- Basalt1
- Beach Glass1
Spots in Antrim County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antrim Creek Natural Area |
| 45.1791, -85.3787 | Public |
| Barnes Park Campground | 45.1110, -85.3604 | Check locally | |
| Elk Rapids Day Park | 44.8982, -85.4185 | Public | |
| Elk Rapids Sandbar | 44.8981, -85.4185 | Check locally | |
| Wilcox-Palmer-Shaw Preserve | 44.9248, -85.3986 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Michigan
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Antrim County. A natural extension if Antrim County is already on your trip plan.
- Leelanau County~16 mi9 spotsTop: Charlevoix Stone, Petoskey Stone, Chert
- Charlevoix County~22 mi4 spotsTop: Charlevoix Stone, Fossils, Lake Superior Agate
- Emmet County~41 mi5 spotsTop: Brachiopod, Charlevoix Stone, Horn Coral
- Manistee County~68 mi5 spotsTop: Charlevoix Stone, Petoskey Stone, Quartz
- Presque Isle County~88 mi5 spotsTop: Granite, Quartz, Agate
- Alpena County~97 mi2 spotsTop: Brachiopod, Horn Coral, Blastoid
Antrim County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Antrim County, Michigan?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Antrim County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Antrim County?+
Spots in Antrim County most often produce Charlevoix Stone, Petoskey Stone, Chert, Cold Water Agate, Unakite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Antrim County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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