Rockhounding in Jefferson County, Missouri
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Jefferson County. Most commonly produces sphalerite, calcite, calcite nodules, dolomite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Jefferson County, Missouri
Minerals reported in Jefferson County
- Sphalerite2
- Calcite1
- Calcite Nodules1
- Dolomite1
- Fluorescent Calcite1
- Geode1
- Marcasite1
- Pyrite1
Spots in Jefferson County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArnoldRichardson Road | 38.4192, -90.3896 | Public | |
| De SotoUS 67 |
| 38.0810, -90.4854 | Public |
| Jefferson CountyVeterans Memorial Highway |
| 38.4622, -90.4206 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Missouri
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Jefferson County. A natural extension if Jefferson County is already on your trip plan.
- Saint Louis County~25 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
- Washington County~30 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Galena, Goethite
- Saint Charles County~31 mi4 spotsTop: Fluorite, Fossils, Yellow Calcite
- Crawford County~47 mi7 spotsTop: Pyrite, Hematite, Malachite
- Iron County~53 mi5 spotsTop: Hematite, Actinolite, Chalcopyrite
- Madison County~57 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Aragonite, Azurite
Jefferson County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Jefferson County, Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Jefferson County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Jefferson County?+
Spots in Jefferson County most often produce Sphalerite, Calcite, Calcite Nodules, Dolomite, Fluorescent Calcite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Jefferson 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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