Rockhounding in Franklin County, Missouri
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Franklin County. Most commonly produces pyrite, amethyst, anglesite, azurite.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Franklin County, Missouri
Spots in Franklin County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruepple Iron MineSpring Oak Lane | 38.2708, -91.1408 | Public | |
| Saint ClairRockyhill Trail | 38.3020, -90.9191 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Missouri
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Franklin County. A natural extension if Franklin County is already on your trip plan.
- Crawford County~20 mi7 spotsTop: Pyrite, Hematite, Malachite
- Washington County~26 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Galena, Goethite
- Jefferson County~33 mi3 spotsTop: Sphalerite, Calcite, Calcite Nodules
- Saint Charles County~36 mi4 spotsTop: Fluorite, Fossils, Yellow Calcite
- Saint Louis County~45 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
- Iron County~49 mi5 spotsTop: Hematite, Actinolite, Chalcopyrite
Franklin County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Franklin County, Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Franklin County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Franklin County?+
Spots in Franklin County most often produce Pyrite, Amethyst, Anglesite, Azurite, Barite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Franklin 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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