rockhounding

  • How to Find Petoskey Stones: Tips + Where to Look

    ByLindsey

    While driving from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to the Lower Peninsula, my wife and I made a rockhounding stop at Petoskey State Park. Since it’s widely advertised as the best place to find Petoskey stones, I figured all the good ones would be picked over. But within half an hour of searching the shoreline, we had a couple dozen small, smooth Petoskey stones perfect for turning into jewelry. That day sparked my continuing fascination with these fossilized coral treasures unique to Michigan.

    In this blog post, I want to share tips from my Michigan road trip for spotting Petoskey stones. I’ll cover what exactly Petoskey stones are, what to look for when hunting for them, and where the best place to find Petoskey stones is.

  • Rockhounding Michigan: A Beginners Guide to Great Lakes Rock Hunting

    ByLindsey

    When I set out on a road trip to Michigan, I really didn’t know what I’d find. So it was a total surprise when I learned that Michigan’s lake shores had more than pretty views, they had a secret trove of minerals and fossils waiting to be discovered!

    I’ve always loved collecting rocks and shells, and it turned out that the unexpected highlight of my trip was rockhounding Michigan.

    As an avid outdoors enthusiast who stumbled upon rockhounding in Michigan, I’m thrilled to offer a beginner guide you to looking for fossils in Michigan and the Great Lakes. So read on to discover common types of rocks in Michigan, where to find them and recommended tools.