Where to Find Smithsonite in Missouri
7 mapped smithsonite rockhounding spots in Missouri, across 7 counties. Smithsonite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 7 smithsonite rockhounding spots in Missouri
Smithsonite by county in Missouri
Counties ranked by number of smithsonite spots in our database.
Every smithsonite spot in Missouri
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cole CountyMO BB | Cole County | 38.3686, -92.3916 | Public | |
| Saint ClairRockyhill Trail | Franklin County | 38.3020, -90.9191 | Public | |
| SpringfieldEast Chestnut Expressway | Greene County | 37.2098, -93.2264 | Public | |
| Alice Mine near ElijahCounty Road 7280 | Howell County |
| 36.5932, -92.1222 | Public |
| Eldon & EttervilleHobby Horse Road | Moniteau County | 38.4400, -92.5802 | Public | |
| St. Francois CountyHawthorne Street | Saint Francois County | 37.8948, -90.5261 | Public | |
| MansfieldUS 60 | Wright County |
| 37.1107, -92.5432 | Public |
Smithsonite in Missouri FAQ
Where can I find smithsonite in Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 7 smithsonite spots in Missouri, spread across 7 counties. The strongest concentration is in Cole County.
Is collecting smithsonite legal in Missouri?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like smithsonite 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 smithsonite location in Missouri?+
Cole County has the most smithsonite spots in our database for Missouri. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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