Shepherd Mountain — Rockhounding in Iron County, Missouri

Shepherd Mountain is a mapped rockhounding spot in Iron County, Missouri. Reported finds include fluorite, hematite, magnetite, quartz. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Iron County
State: Missouri
Postcode: 63663
Coordinates: 37.60646, -90.64346

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 Shepherd Mountain

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Shepherd Mountain FAQ

Where is Shepherd Mountain?+

Shepherd Mountain is in Iron County, Missouri, at 37.60646, -90.64346.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Shepherd Mountain?+

Shepherd Mountain is reported to produce Fluorite, Hematite, Magnetite, Quartz.

Is collecting allowed at Shepherd Mountain?+

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 Shepherd Mountain?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 37.60646, -90.64346 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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