Bellview — Rockhounding in Iron County, Missouri
Bellview is a mapped rockhounding spot in Iron County, Missouri. Reported finds include actinolite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.
Map showing Bellview in Iron County, Missouri
Quick details
- Access
- Public area
- County
- Iron County
- State
- Missouri
- Coordinates
- 37.64066, -90.81067
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.
Nearby rockhounding spots
Other rockhounding spots within driving distance of Bellview.
- GranitevilleIron County · 7 mi awayActinolite, Apatite, Beryl
- Shepherd MountainIron County · 9 mi awayFluorite, Hematite, Magnetite
- Iron MountainSaint Francois County · 11 mi awayYellow Garnet, Apatite, Barite
- Cuthbertson MountainIron County · 11 mi awayHematite, Pyrolusite, Chalcopyrite
- PalmerWashington County · 16 mi awayAnglesite, Calcite, Cerussite
- BixbyIron County · 17 mi awayBornite, Chalcocite, Chalcopyrite
- St. Francois CountySaint Francois County · 23 mi awayBarite, Goethite, Pyrite
- Captain CreekMadison County · 24 mi awayActinolite, Epidote
Bellview FAQ
Where is Bellview?+
Bellview is in Iron County, Missouri, at 37.64066, -90.81067.
What rocks and minerals can you find at Bellview?+
Bellview is reported to produce Actinolite.
Is collecting allowed at Bellview?+
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 Bellview?+
Open the directions link to navigate to 37.64066, -90.81067 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.
