Flambeau Copper Mine — Rockhounding in Rusk County, Wisconsin

Flambeau Copper Mine is a mapped rockhounding spot in Rusk County, Wisconsin. Reported finds include calcite, chalcocite, malachite, gold, quartz, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Rusk County
State: Wisconsin
Nearest road: Kennecott Avenue
Postcode: 54848
Coordinates: 45.44268, -91.12089

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.

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Flambeau Copper Mine FAQ

Where is Flambeau Copper Mine?+

Flambeau Copper Mine is in Rusk County, Wisconsin, at 45.44268, -91.12089. Nearest road: Kennecott Avenue.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Flambeau Copper Mine?+

Flambeau Copper Mine is reported to produce Calcite, Chalcocite, Malachite, Gold, Quartz, Zinc.

Is collecting allowed at Flambeau Copper Mine?+

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 Flambeau Copper Mine?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 45.44268, -91.12089 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Kennecott Avenue.

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