Where to Find Gypsum in Missouri
Missouri has 5 mapped collecting spots that report gypsum, spread across 4 counties. The largest share sits in Boone County County with 2 spots. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 gypsum collecting spots in Missouri
Best counties for gypsum in Missouri
Ranked by the number of mapped gypsum spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Boone County2 spots
- Bates County1 spot
- Crawford County1 spot
- Franklin County1 spot
Every gypsum spot we track in Missouri
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| 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 |
Before you go
Read the gypsum identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Gypsum in the encyclopedia.
Gypsum in Missouri FAQ
Where can you find gypsum in Missouri?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Boone County County, Bates County County, and Crawford County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many gypsum spots are mapped in Missouri?+
5 spots across 4 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 gypsum 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. 5 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 gypsum 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.
