Rockhounding in Marquette County, Michigan
6 mapped rockhounding spots in Marquette County. Most commonly produces hematite, chalcopyrite, jaspilite, pyrite.
Marquette County rockhounding photos
Representative spot and material photos from this county, shown where verified public image records are available.
Map showing 6 rockhounding spots in Marquette County, Michigan
Minerals reported in Marquette County
Standout in Marquette County
Hand-picked spot in Marquette County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.
Spots in Marquette County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion Mine DumpMine Street | 46.5085, -87.9889 | Public | |
| Jasper Knob (Jasper Hill)Jasper Knob | 46.4867, -87.6551 | Public | |
| Lakeshore Beach | 46.5612, -87.3881 | Public | |
| Michigamme MineUS 41;M 28 | 46.5386, -88.0972 | Public | |
| Mt. ShastaUS 41;M 28 | 46.5401, -88.0945 | Public | |
| Rope MineCounty Road GN | 46.5297, -87.7158 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Michigan
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Marquette County. A natural extension if Marquette County is already on your trip plan.
- Houghton County~59 mi4 spotsTop: Lake Superior Agate, Chert, Prehnite
- Alger County~70 mi2 spotsTop: Banded Iron Formation, Lake Superior Agate, Yooperlite
- Keweenaw County~77 mi9 spotsTop: Prehnite, Calcite, Copper
- Ontonagon County~82 mi4 spotsTop: Keweenaw Agate, Chalcedony, Charlevoix Stone
- Luce County~109 mi5 spotsTop: Lake Superior Agate, Chert, Granite
- Leelanau County~143 mi9 spotsTop: Charlevoix Stone, Petoskey Stone, Chert
Marquette County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Marquette County, Michigan?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 rockhounding spots in Marquette County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Marquette County?+
Spots in Marquette County most often produce Hematite, Chalcopyrite, Jaspilite, Pyrite, Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Marquette 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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