Jefferson County — Rockhounding in Jefferson County, Missouri

Jefferson County is a mapped rockhounding spot in Jefferson County, Missouri. Reported finds include calcite nodules, sphalerite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Jefferson County
State: Missouri
Nearest road: Veterans Memorial Highway
Postcode: 63010
Coordinates: 38.46223, -90.42060

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 Jefferson County

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

Calcite Nodules
Sphalerite

Nearby rockhounding spots

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Jefferson County FAQ

Where is Jefferson County?+

Jefferson County is in Jefferson County, Missouri, at 38.46223, -90.42060. Nearest road: Veterans Memorial Highway.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Jefferson County?+

Jefferson County is reported to produce Calcite Nodules, Sphalerite.

Is collecting allowed at Jefferson County?+

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 Jefferson County?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 38.46223, -90.42060 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Veterans Memorial Highway.

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