Rucker — Rockhounding in Boone County, Missouri

Rucker is a mapped rockhounding spot in Boone County, Missouri. Reported finds include alunogen, gypsum. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Boone County
State: Missouri
Nearest road: West Thornhill Road
Postcode: 65243
Coordinates: 39.23123, -92.41801

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at Rucker

Each chip links to all spots in the U.S. that produce that material.

Alunogen
Gypsum

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Rucker FAQ

Where is Rucker?+

Rucker is in Boone County, Missouri, at 39.23123, -92.41801. Nearest road: West Thornhill Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Rucker?+

Rucker is reported to produce Alunogen, Gypsum.

Is collecting allowed at Rucker?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Rucker?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 39.23123, -92.41801 in Google Maps. The nearest road is West Thornhill Road.

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