Seagull Point Park: Rockhounding in Presque Isle County, Michigan

Updated August 2026

Seagull Point Park is a mapped rockhounding spot in Presque Isle County, Michigan. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Presque Isle County
State: Michigan
Postcode: 49779
Coordinates: 45.43344, -83.83750

Geology at Seagull Point Park

This spot sits on Dundee Limestone, mapped as limestone that formed roughly 395 to 385 million years ago. Carbonate rock like this dissolves and weathers readily, so fresh road cuts, quarries, and creek exposures are typically the most productive ground.

Mapped unit: Dundee Limestone
Age: 395–385 Ma (Middle Devonian)
Rock types: limestone
Elevation: 580 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Seagull Point Park

Best months: April to October. Typical highs run 80°F in midsummer and 28°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 14°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, ROGERS CITY station (2 mi away).

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

Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Seagull Point Park.

Seagull Point Park FAQ

Where is Seagull Point Park?+

Seagull Point Park is in Presque Isle County, Michigan, at 45.43344, -83.83750.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Seagull Point Park?+

Seagull Point Park is on the rockhounding map but no minerals are listed in our reference. Open RockHoundR to see what other rockhounds have logged.

Is collecting allowed at Seagull Point Park?+

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 Seagull Point Park?+

A rock hammer, sturdy gloves, safety glasses, and a collecting bag cover the basics here. Add a spray bottle: wet rock shows color and pattern that dry rock hides.

When is the best time to visit Seagull Point Park?+

The most comfortable months at Seagull Point Park are April to October.

How do I get to Seagull Point Park?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 45.43344, -83.83750 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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