Where to Find Fluorite in Missouri
7 mapped fluorite rockhounding spots in Missouri, across 5 counties. Fluorite is a soft, brilliantly colored mineral that forms cubes and octahedrons.
Map of 7 fluorite rockhounding spots in Missouri
Fluorite by county in Missouri
Counties ranked by number of fluorite spots in our database.
Every fluorite spot in Missouri
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. FrancisvilleCounty Road 197 | Clark County | 40.4541, -91.5784 | Public | |
| GranitevilleCounty Road 96 | Iron County | 37.6617, -90.6814 | Public | |
| Shepherd Mountain | Iron County | 37.6065, -90.6435 | Public | |
| Saint Charles QuarryArena Parkway | Saint Charles County | 38.7504, -90.5095 | Public | |
| Weber QuarryI 70 | Saint Charles County | 38.8043, -90.7429 | Public | |
| Iron Mountain | Saint Francois County | 37.7092, -90.6343 | Public | |
| EminenceOld Highway 19 | Shannon County | 37.0984, -91.3161 | Public |
Fluorite in Missouri FAQ
Where can I find fluorite in Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 fluorite spots in Missouri, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Iron County.
Is collecting fluorite legal in Missouri?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like fluorite 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 fluorite location in Missouri?+
Iron County has the most fluorite spots in our database for Missouri. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
