Where to Find Mica in Maine
6 mapped mica rockhounding spots in Maine, across 4 counties. Most of the mapped spots sit in Oxford County, Androscoggin County, and Franklin County. Mica is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Maine pegmatite country is known for tourmaline, beryl, aquamarine, apatite, and smoky quartz.
Map of 6 mica rockhounding spots in Maine
Mica by county in Maine
Counties ranked by number of mica spots in our database.
Every mica spot in Maine
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poland Mining CampsGroves Lane | Androscoggin County | 44.0732, -70.4105 | Paid / fee | |
| Bemis Stream ProspectBemis Road | Franklin County | 44.8241, -70.7168 | Public | |
| Bumpus QuarryCrooked River Causeway | Oxford County |
| 44.3106, -70.7817 | Public |
| Hedgehog Hill QuarryHammond Hill Road | Oxford County | 44.4688, -70.4561 | Public | |
| Ragged Jack MountainAndrews Drive | Oxford County |
| 44.4223, -70.4092 | Public |
| HaveyTrenton Place | Sagadahoc County | 43.9757, -69.9448 | Public |
Mica in Maine FAQ
Where can I find mica in Maine?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 mica spots in Maine, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Oxford County.
Is collecting mica legal in Maine?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like mica is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Maine, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best mica location in Maine?+
Oxford County has the most mica spots in our database for Maine. The full county breakdown is below, and different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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