Rockhounding in Ottawa County, Ohio
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Ottawa County. Most commonly produces celestite, calcite, dolomite, fluorite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Ottawa County, Ohio
Minerals reported in Ottawa County
Spots in Ottawa County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clay Center limestone quarryNorth Bolander Road | 41.5744, -83.3635 | Public | |
| GenoaMain Street | 41.5080, -83.3544 | Public | |
| Green IslandOld Lighthouse Walkway | 41.6455, -82.8653 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Ohio
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Ottawa County. A natural extension if Ottawa County is already on your trip plan.
- Lucas County~30 mi2 spotsTop: Celestite, Fossil, Gypsum
- Cuyahoga County~81 mi5 spots
- Lake County~106 mi3 spotsTop: Crinoid, Fossil, Horn Coral
- Coshocton County~112 mi1 spotTop: Black Flint, Dark Gray Flint
- Tuscarawas County~116 mi2 spotsTop: Flint, Pyrite
- Licking County~117 mi2 spotsTop: Chalcedony, Flint, Quartz
Ottawa County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Ottawa County, Ohio?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Ottawa County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Ottawa County?+
Spots in Ottawa County most often produce Celestite, Calcite, Dolomite, Fluorite, Fossil. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Ottawa County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out, links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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