Where to Find Cuprite in Missouri
5 mapped cuprite rockhounding spots in Missouri, across 3 counties. Cuprite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 5 cuprite rockhounding spots in Missouri
Cuprite by county in Missouri
Counties ranked by number of cuprite spots in our database.
Every cuprite spot in Missouri
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bleeding Hill MineChristy Mine Road | Crawford County | 38.0414, -91.1539 | Public | |
| Hinch Copper MineChristy Mine Road | Crawford County | 38.0351, -91.1448 | Public | |
| SullivanFarris Road | Crawford County | 38.1596, -91.1642 | Public | |
| Ruepple Iron MineSpring Oak Lane | Franklin County | 38.2708, -91.1408 | Public | |
| EminenceOld Highway 19 | Shannon County | 37.0984, -91.3161 | Public |
Cuprite in Missouri FAQ
Where can I find cuprite in Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 cuprite spots in Missouri, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Crawford County.
Is collecting cuprite legal in Missouri?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like cuprite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Missouri, 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 cuprite location in Missouri?+
Crawford County has the most cuprite spots in our database for Missouri. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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