Maple Creek: Granite & Agate Rockhounding in Gogebic County, Michigan

Updated August 2026

Maple Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Gogebic County, Michigan. Reported finds include granite, agate, banded iron formation, native copper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Gogebic County
State: Michigan
Postcode: 49938
Coordinates: 46.65344, -90.11330

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 Maple Creek

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Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Maple Creek.

Across the state line from Maple Creek

Maple Creek is close enough to the Michigan border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Maple Creek FAQ

Where is Maple Creek?+

Maple Creek is in Gogebic County, Michigan, at 46.65344, -90.11330.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Maple Creek?+

Maple Creek is reported to produce Granite, Agate, Banded Iron Formation, Native Copper.

Is collecting allowed at Maple Creek?+

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 Maple Creek?+

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 Maple Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 46.65344, -90.11330 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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