Where to Find Barite in Texas
5 mapped barite rockhounding spots in Texas, across 5 counties. Barite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States. Texas rockhounding spans agate fields in the Big Bend region, petrified palm wood across the south and east, and limestone fossils across most of the state.
Map of 5 barite rockhounding spots in Texas
Barite by county in Texas
Counties ranked by number of barite spots in our database.
Every barite spot in Texas
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area EDog Canyon Trail / Nine Point Draw | Brewster County | 29.6253, -103.1084 | Public | |
| Seven Hearts GapSeven Heart Ps | Culberson County | 31.2554, -104.5090 | Public | |
| Plata Verde MineGreen River Road | Hudspeth County | 30.8779, -104.9222 | Public | |
| General Area | Llano County | 30.5248, -98.7469 | Public | |
| Pecos River Area | Val Verde County | 30.1736, -101.5752 | Public |
Barite in Texas FAQ
Where can I find barite in Texas?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 barite spots in Texas, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Brewster County.
Is collecting barite legal in Texas?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like barite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Texas, 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 Texas?+
Brewster County has the most barite spots in our database for Texas. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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