Where to Find Gypsum in Missouri
5 mapped gypsum rockhounding spots in Missouri, across 4 counties. Gypsum is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 5 gypsum rockhounding spots in Missouri
Gypsum by county in Missouri
Counties ranked by number of gypsum spots in our database.
Every gypsum spot in Missouri
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foster & Hume | Bates County |
| 38.1565, -94.4942 | Public |
| Finger Lakes State ParkEast Peabody Haul Road | Boone County | 39.0803, -92.3031 | Public | |
| RuckerWest Thornhill Road | Boone County |
| 39.2312, -92.4180 | Public |
| Copper Hill MineWatson Road | Crawford County | 38.1872, -91.1082 | Public | |
| Ruepple Iron MineSpring Oak Lane | Franklin County | 38.2708, -91.1408 | Public |
Gypsum in Missouri FAQ
Where can I find gypsum in Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 gypsum spots in Missouri, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Boone County.
Is collecting gypsum legal in Missouri?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like gypsum 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 gypsum location in Missouri?+
Boone County has the most gypsum spots in our database for Missouri. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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