Whitefish Point: Granite & Agate Rockhounding in Chippewa County, Michigan

Updated August 2026

Whitefish Point is a mapped rockhounding spot in Chippewa County, Michigan. Reported finds include granite, agate, magnetite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Chippewa County
State: Michigan
Nearest road: West North Shore Road
Postcode: 49768
Coordinates: 46.77310, -84.96610

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

State guidance last verified: April 1, 2026

Michigan DNR, Rockhounding rules
Michigan Geological Survey
Isle Royale National Park, Rules
Community submissions reviewed against published agency rules

Found at Whitefish Point

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Whitefish Point FAQ

Where is Whitefish Point?+

Whitefish Point is in Chippewa County, Michigan, at 46.77310, -84.96610. Nearest road: West North Shore Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Whitefish Point?+

Whitefish Point is reported to produce Granite, Agate, Magnetite.

Is collecting allowed at Whitefish Point?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Whitefish Point?+

Most agate and jasper is surface float: bring a spray bottle, a pick or small shovel, and a sturdy bag. Wet stones show their banding and translucence.

How do I get to Whitefish Point?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 46.77310, -84.96610 in Google Maps. The nearest road is West North Shore Road.

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