Pine River Reservoir — Rockhounding in Florence County, Wisconsin

Pine River Reservoir is a mapped rockhounding spot in Florence County, Wisconsin. Reported finds include quartz, kyanite, hematite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Florence County
State: Wisconsin
Postcode: 54121
Coordinates: 45.83279, -88.26403

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.

Found at Pine River Reservoir

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Pine River Reservoir FAQ

Where is Pine River Reservoir?+

Pine River Reservoir is in Florence County, Wisconsin, at 45.83279, -88.26403.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Pine River Reservoir?+

Pine River Reservoir is reported to produce Quartz, Kyanite, Hematite.

Is collecting allowed at Pine River Reservoir?+

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.

How do I get to Pine River Reservoir?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 45.83279, -88.26403 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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