Where to Find Azurite in Missouri
Missouri has 8 mapped collecting spots that report azurite, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Crawford County with 4 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Every azurite spot we track in Missouri
FredericktownMadison County, MissouriPublic access · Aragonite, Azurite, Calcite +10
JoplinJasper County, MissouriPermission required · Apatite, Aragonite, Azurite +10- Ruepple Iron MineFranklin County, MissouriPublic access · Amethyst, Goethite, Hematite +9
- SteelvilleCrawford County, MissouriPublic access · Allophane, Amethyst, Azurite +9
- Copper Hill MineCrawford County, MissouriPermission required · Azurite, Barite, Chalcopyrite +6
- Moselle Iron MinesPhelps County, MissouriPublic access · Amethyst, Arsenopyrite, Azurite +6
- SullivanCrawford County, MissouriPublic access · Azurite, Chalcocite, Chalcopyrite +5
- ScotiaCrawford County, MissouriPublic access · Azurite, Goethite, Hematite +3
Best counties for azurite in Missouri
Ranked by the number of mapped azurite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Crawford County4 spots
- Franklin County1 spot
- Jasper County1 spot
- Madison County1 spot
- Phelps County1 spot
Before you go
Read the azurite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Azurite in the encyclopedia.
Azurite in Missouri FAQ
Where can you find azurite in Missouri?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Crawford County, Franklin County, and Jasper County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its coordinates and access notes.
How many azurite spots are mapped in Missouri?+
8 spots across 5 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect azurite in Missouri?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 6 of the 8 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt azurite in Missouri with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
