Rockhounding in Iron County, Missouri
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Iron County. Most commonly produces hematite, actinolite, chalcopyrite, fluorite.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Iron County, Missouri
Minerals reported in Iron County
Spots in Iron County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellview | 37.6407, -90.8107 | Public | |
| Bixby |
| 37.6029, -91.1169 | Public |
| Cuthbertson MountainBerryman Road | 37.5422, -90.6512 | Public | |
| GranitevilleCounty Road 96 | 37.6617, -90.6814 | Public | |
| Shepherd Mountain | 37.6065, -90.6435 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Missouri
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Iron County. A natural extension if Iron County is already on your trip plan.
- Washington County~25 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Galena, Goethite
- Madison County~25 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Aragonite, Azurite
- Crawford County~38 mi7 spotsTop: Pyrite, Hematite, Malachite
- Jefferson County~53 mi3 spotsTop: Sphalerite, Calcite, Calcite Nodules
- Saint Louis County~77 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
- Saint Charles County~77 mi4 spotsTop: Fluorite, Fossils, Yellow Calcite
Iron County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Iron County, Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Iron County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Iron County?+
Spots in Iron County most often produce Hematite, Actinolite, Chalcopyrite, Fluorite, Galena. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Iron 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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