Where to Find Barite in Texas
Texas has 5 mapped collecting spots that report barite, spread across 5 counties. 4 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Spot list checked against source data on April 1, 2026.
Every barite spot we track in Texas
Plata Verde MineHudspeth County, TexasPublic access · Anglesite, Barite, Bromargyrite +5- General AreaLlano County, TexasPublic access · Barite, Serpentine, Soapstone
Area EBrewster County, TexasPermission required · Barite- Pecos River AreaVal Verde County, TexasPublic access · Barite
- Seven Hearts GapCulberson County, TexasPublic access · Barite
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
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, Culberson County, and Hudspeth County. Every spot on this page is on the map, and each spot's own page has its 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. 4 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.
