Where to Find Barite in Texas
Texas has 5 mapped collecting spots that report barite, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Brewster County County with 1 spot. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Map of 5 barite collecting spots in Texas
Best counties for barite in Texas
Ranked by the number of mapped barite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Brewster County1 spot
- Culberson County1 spot
- Hudspeth County1 spot
- Llano County1 spot
- Val Verde County1 spot
Every barite spot we track in Texas
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
Before you go
Read the barite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Barite in the encyclopedia.
Barite in Texas FAQ
Where can you find barite in Texas?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Brewster County County, Culberson County County, and Hudspeth County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many barite spots are mapped in Texas?+
5 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 barite in Texas?+
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. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt barite in Texas 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.
