Rockhounding in Okeechobee County, Florida
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Okeechobee County. Most commonly produces calcite, fossil, aragonite, barite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Okeechobee County, Florida
Minerals reported in Okeechobee County
Spots in Okeechobee County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort DrumNortheast 55th Avenue | 27.5114, -80.7699 | Paid / fee | |
| Fort Drum Crystal MineHerbert Hoover Dike | 27.2000, -80.8000 | Paid / fee | |
| Rucks PitNortheast 304th Street | 27.5153, -80.7616 | Paid / fee |
Neighboring counties in Florida
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Okeechobee County. A natural extension if Okeechobee County is already on your trip plan.
- DeSoto County~68 mi1 spotTop: Fossil, Mammoth, Mastodon
- Charlotte County~103 mi1 spotTop: Fossilized Coral, Manatee Bone, Shark Tooth
- Sarasota County~106 mi1 spotTop: Fossilized Coral, Manatee Bone, Shark Tooth
- Hillsborough County~109 mi3 spotsTop: Agatized Coral, Agate, Brain Coral
- Hernando County~129 mi1 spotTop: Calcite, Echinoid Geode
- Pinellas County~130 mi3 spotsTop: Chalcedony, Agate, Carnelian
Okeechobee County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Okeechobee County, Florida?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Okeechobee County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Okeechobee County?+
Spots in Okeechobee County most often produce Calcite, Fossil, Aragonite, Barite, Fossil Coral. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Okeechobee 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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