General Area (jasper): Lake Superior Agate & Iron Rockhounding in Saint Louis County, Minnesota

Updated June 2026

General Area (jasper) is a mapped rockhounding spot in Saint Louis County, Minnesota. Reported finds include lake superior agate, iron, jasper. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Saint Louis County
State: Minnesota
Postcode: 55753
Coordinates: 47.38576, -93.05467

Geology at General Area (jasper)

This spot sits on Slate and graywacke, mapped as slate and graywacke that formed roughly 2050 to 1600 million years ago. Metamorphic rock like this weathers into resistant float, and minerals that survive transport typically concentrate in nearby drainages.

Mapped unit: Slate and graywacke
Age: 2050–1600 Ma (Paleoproterozoic)
Rock types: slate and graywacke
Elevation: 1,510 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 General Area (jasper)

Best months: April to October. Typical highs run 76°F in midsummer and 16°F in midwinter, with winter lows near -5°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, HIBBING CHISHOLM HIBBING AP station (10 mi away), adjusted for elevation.

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.

Sources: RockHoundR public spot dataset, app land overlays, and local agency review before each trip.

Found at General Area (jasper)

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Nearby rockhounding spots

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Across the state line from General Area (jasper)

General Area (jasper) is close enough to the Minnesota border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Wisconsin PointTop pick in WisconsinDouglas County, Wisconsin · 68 mi awayLake Superior Agate, Jasper, Copper

General Area (jasper) FAQ

Where is General Area (jasper)?+

General Area (jasper) is in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, at 47.38576, -93.05467.

What rocks and minerals can you find at General Area (jasper)?+

General Area (jasper) is reported to produce Lake Superior Agate, Iron, Jasper.

Is collecting allowed at General Area (jasper)?+

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 General Area (jasper)?+

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.

When is the best time to visit General Area (jasper)?+

The most comfortable months at General Area (jasper) are April to October.

How do I get to General Area (jasper)?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 47.38576, -93.05467 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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