Racine North Beach: Rockhounding in Racine County, Wisconsin

Updated August 2026

Racine North Beach is a mapped rockhounding spot in Racine County, Wisconsin. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Check locally
County: Racine County
State: Wisconsin
Postcode: 53401
Coordinates: 42.74008, -87.78070

Geology at Racine North Beach

This spot sits on ground mapped as dolostone that formed roughly 445 to 420 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.

Age: 445–420 Ma (Silurian)
Rock types: dolostone
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 Racine North Beach

Best months: April to November. Typical highs run 82°F in midsummer and 31°F in midwinter, with winter lows near 16°F.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, RACINE BATTEN AP station (2 mi away).

Land & collecting status

Confirm rules before collecting

Land status here is not confirmed. Verify with the managing agency before collecting — federal, state, and tribal rules differ.

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.

Nearby rockhounding spots

Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Racine North Beach.

Across the state line from Racine North Beach

Racine North Beach is close enough to the Wisconsin border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Racine North Beach FAQ

Where is Racine North Beach?+

Racine North Beach is in Racine County, Wisconsin, at 42.74008, -87.78070.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Racine North Beach?+

Racine North Beach 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 Racine North Beach?+

Confirm rules before collecting. Land status here is not confirmed. Verify with the managing agency before collecting — federal, state, and tribal rules differ. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

What tools should I bring to Racine North Beach?+

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 Racine North Beach?+

The most comfortable months at Racine North Beach are April to November.

How do I get to Racine North Beach?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 42.74008, -87.78070 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote, so check road conditions before driving out.

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