Where to Find Barite

Utah, Missouri, Oklahoma have the highest concentrations of barite in this list. Quality and access vary by area, so open the linked region pages for a detailed view.

103 mapped spots across 24 regions. The app keeps these on a map alongside your private finds.

In the U.S., casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals like barite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Rules differ by country and region, so always check with the managing agency before a trip.

Field identification of barite comes down to color, hardness, fracture, and luster. The RockHoundR app links to geology details for each spot to help narrow down what you might be picking up.