Where to Find Amethyst in Missouri
3 mapped amethyst rockhounding spots in Missouri, across 3 counties. Amethyst is purple quartz, prized for color saturation.
Map of 3 amethyst rockhounding spots in Missouri
Amethyst by county in Missouri
Counties ranked by number of amethyst spots in our database.
Every amethyst spot in Missouri
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SteelvilleStoney Ridge Lane | Crawford County | 38.0247, -91.2273 | Public | |
| Ruepple Iron MineSpring Oak Lane | Franklin County | 38.2708, -91.1408 | Public | |
| Moselle Iron MinesCounty Road 7240 | Phelps County | 37.8346, -91.8288 | Public |
Amethyst in Missouri FAQ
Where can I find amethyst in Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 amethyst spots in Missouri, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Crawford County.
Is collecting amethyst legal in Missouri?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like amethyst is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Missouri, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best amethyst location in Missouri?+
Crawford County has the most amethyst spots in our database for Missouri. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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