Rockhounding in Madison County, Missouri
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Madison County. Most commonly produces actinolite, aragonite, azurite, calcite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Madison County, Missouri
Minerals reported in Madison County
Spots in Madison County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain CreekMadison 425 | 37.4421, -90.4480 | Public | |
| FredericktownCounty Road 274 | 37.6154, -90.2847 | Public | |
| ZionCounty Road 319 | 37.4233, -90.2870 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Missouri
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Madison County. A natural extension if Madison County is already on your trip plan.
- Iron County~25 mi5 spotsTop: Hematite, Actinolite, Chalcopyrite
- Washington County~40 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Galena, Goethite
- Jefferson County~57 mi3 spotsTop: Sphalerite, Calcite, Calcite Nodules
- Crawford County~61 mi7 spotsTop: Pyrite, Hematite, Malachite
- Saint Louis County~82 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
- Saint Charles County~87 mi4 spotsTop: Fluorite, Fossils, Yellow Calcite
Madison County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Madison County, Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Madison County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Madison County?+
Spots in Madison County most often produce Actinolite, Aragonite, Azurite, Calcite, Cerussite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Madison 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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