Old Monroe — Rockhounding in Lincoln County, Missouri

Old Monroe is a mapped rockhounding spot in Lincoln County, Missouri. Reported finds include lake superior agate, garnet, staurolite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Lincoln County
State: Missouri
Nearest road: East Sycamore Road
Postcode: 63369
Coordinates: 38.93072, -90.74314

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 Old Monroe

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Old Monroe FAQ

Where is Old Monroe?+

Old Monroe is in Lincoln County, Missouri, at 38.93072, -90.74314. Nearest road: East Sycamore Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Old Monroe?+

Old Monroe is reported to produce Lake Superior Agate, Garnet, Staurolite.

Is collecting allowed at Old Monroe?+

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 Old Monroe?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 38.93072, -90.74314 in Google Maps. The nearest road is East Sycamore Road.

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