Where to Find Chert in Missouri
Missouri has 7 mapped collecting spots that report chert, spread across 6 counties. The largest share sits in Benton County County with 2 spots. 7 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 7 chert collecting spots in Missouri
Best counties for chert in Missouri
Ranked by the number of mapped chert spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Benton County2 spots
- Dade County1 spot
- Hickory County1 spot
- McDonald County1 spot
- New Madrid County1 spot
- Washington County1 spot
Every chert spot we track in Missouri
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LincolnBenton County Northeast 281 | Benton County |
| 38.3830, -93.2318 | Public |
| Warsaw | Benton County | 38.1868, -93.3821 | Public | |
| GreenfieldEast Dade 114 | Dade County | 37.4162, -93.8310 | Public | |
| HermitageEast Dallas Street | Hickory County | 37.9435, -93.3081 | Public | |
| Elk River near Bee BluffMO E | McDonald County |
| 36.6316, -94.1918 | Public |
| DexterMO D | New Madrid County |
| 36.6143, -89.9624 | Public |
| Old MinesMO 21;MO 47 | Washington County | 38.0152, -90.7561 | Public |
Before you go
Read the chert identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Chert in the encyclopedia.
Chert in Missouri FAQ
Where can you find chert in Missouri?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Benton County County, Dade County County, and Hickory County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many chert spots are mapped in Missouri?+
7 spots across 6 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 chert in Missouri?+
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. 7 of the 7 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt chert in Missouri 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.
