Gem Mining, Gold Panning & Rockhounding in Michigan
Where can you go gem mining in Michigan? We list 4 sites in Michigan (2 mine tours, 1 rockhounding / fossil site, 1 pay-to-dig gem mine), including Delaware Mine Tour (Mohawk, MI), Fossil Park (Rogers City, MI) (Rogers City, MI), Gem Mining Attraction (Oceana County, MI) (Oceana County, MI).
Listings come from operators' official websites, OpenStreetMap, the federal RIDB database and the Bureau of Land Management.
Verify before visiting. Hours, fees, access and collecting rules change, and some listings come from community-edited data. Call or check the operator's official page before you go. Details we could not confirm are marked "call to confirm".
Pay-to-Dig Gem Mines in Michigan (1)
Gem Mining Attraction (Oceana County, MI)
Pay-to-dig gem mineOceana County, MI · OpenStreetMap
Rockhounding & Fossil Sites in Michigan (1)
Fossil Park (Rogers City, MI)
Rockhounding / fossil siteRogers City, MI · OpenStreetMap
Mine Tours in Michigan (2)
Delaware Mine Tour
Mine tourMohawk, MI · OpenStreetMapQuincy Mine Tours
Mine tourHoughton County, MI · OpenStreetMap
FAQ
How many gem mining and rockhounding sites are in Michigan?
This directory lists 4 in Michigan: 2 mine tours, 1 rockhounding / fossil site, 1 pay-to-dig gem mine.
Can I keep what I find in Michigan?
At pay-to-dig mines, usually yes, under the mine's own rules. On BLM land you may generally collect reasonable amounts for noncommercial use. Rules for state parks, national forests and private land differ, so check with the manager.
Also see: Pay-to-Dig Gem Mines · Gold Panning Spots · Rockhounding & Fossil Sites · Mine Tours · Gear checklist