Rockhounding in Boone County, Missouri
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Boone County. Most commonly produces gypsum, marcasite, pyrite, alunogen.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Boone County, Missouri
Minerals reported in Boone County
Spots in Boone County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian’s QuarryUS 63 | 38.6723, -92.2290 | Public | |
| Finger Lakes State ParkEast Peabody Haul Road | 39.0803, -92.3031 | Public | |
| RuckerWest Thornhill Road | 39.2312, -92.4180 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Missouri
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Boone County. A natural extension if Boone County is already on your trip plan.
- Ralls County~69 mi3 spotsTop: Pyrite, Marcasite, Silicified Conodont
- Benton County~73 mi2 spotsTop: Chert, Mozarkite, Agate
- Lewis County~81 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Aragonite, Calcite
- Crawford County~89 mi7 spotsTop: Pyrite, Hematite, Malachite
- Saint Charles County~91 mi4 spotsTop: Fluorite, Fossil, Yellow Calcite
- Grundy County~101 mi1 spotTop: Fossil, Jasper, Lake Superior Agate
Across the state line from Boone County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders. These are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Missouri.
Boone County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Boone County, Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Boone County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Boone County?+
Spots in Boone County most often produce Gypsum, Marcasite, Pyrite, Alunogen, Aragonite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Boone 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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