Where to Find Barite in Indiana
5 mapped barite rockhounding spots in Indiana, across 4 counties. Barite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 5 barite rockhounding spots in Indiana
Barite by county in Indiana
Counties ranked by number of barite spots in our database.
Every barite spot in Indiana
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buddha | Lawrence County | 38.7717, -86.3777 | Public | |
| GeorgiaState Road 60 | Lawrence County | 38.7095, -86.5756 | Public | |
| BloomingtonNorth Oard Road | Monroe County | 39.1696, -86.6227 | Public | |
| SpencerHyden Road | Owen County | 39.2804, -86.7817 | Public | |
| Big Pine CreekWest Briscoe Road | Warren County |
| 40.4100, -87.3433 | Public |
Barite in Indiana FAQ
Where can I find barite in Indiana?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 barite spots in Indiana, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Lawrence County.
Is collecting barite legal in Indiana?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like barite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Indiana, 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 barite location in Indiana?+
Lawrence County has the most barite spots in our database for Indiana. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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