What is Yooperlite?

by Michelle Book
(South Haven, Michigan)

What are these yooperlights? Where can they be found. are they free?

Answer

Hi Michelle!

These incredible rocks are Syenite rocks that are rich in fluorescent Sodalite. They glow in the dark when you shine a black light over them.

The rocks can be found along many Michigan shorelines in the Upper Peninsula.

If you are interested in learning how to find Yooperlite rocks, tips on the best way to find them, tools you will need and where to look to find these incredible glow in the dark stones, keep reading:

Magical Yooperlite Rocks: Where to Find These Florescent Glow in the Dark Stones in Michigan Tonight (Map, Tips + Tools to Improve Your Search)


Cheers to Michigan Travel,

Sherry
Traveling Michigan

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