Rockhounding in Saint Francois County, Missouri
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Saint Francois County. Most commonly produces barite, galena, quartz, apatite.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Saint Francois County, Missouri
Minerals reported in Saint Francois County
Spots in Saint Francois County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron Mountain | 37.7092, -90.6343 | Public | |
| St. Francois CountyHawthorne Street | 37.8948, -90.5261 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Missouri
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Saint Francois County. A natural extension if Saint Francois County is already on your trip plan.
- Washington County~15 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Galena, Goethite
- Iron County~17 mi5 spotsTop: Hematite, Actinolite, Chalcopyrite
- Madison County~25 mi3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Aragonite, Azurite
- Jefferson County~37 mi3 spotsTop: Sphalerite, Calcite, Calcite Nodules
- Crawford County~39 mi7 spotsTop: Pyrite, Hematite, Malachite
- Saint Louis County~62 mi4 spotsTop: Calcite, Quartz, Barite
Saint Francois County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Saint Francois County, Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Saint Francois County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Saint Francois County?+
Spots in Saint Francois County most often produce Barite, Galena, Quartz, Apatite, Calcite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Saint Francois 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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