Rockhounding in Citrus County, Florida

2 mapped rockhounding spots in Citrus County. Most commonly produces chert, calcite, fossil, fossilized ivory.

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Every rockhounding spot in Citrus County

Best spotCrystal RiverCitrus County, FloridaPublic access · Calcite, Quartz, Chert +1
Bradford CountyCitrus County, FloridaPublic access · Chert, Fossilized Ivory

Citrus County rockhounding photos

Representative spot and material photos from this county, shown where verified public image records are available.

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Spring-fed water at Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River, Citrus County, Florida — Crystal RiverCitrus County, Florida

Minerals reported in Citrus County

Standout in Citrus County

Hand-picked spot in Citrus County, chosen for unusual mineralogy or documented public access. Each card opens the full coordinates and access notes.

Top pick
Crystal River
Public access
Citrus County
Crystal River sits on the Nature Coast where the Eocene Crystal River Formation limestone hosts calcite and quartz crystal pockets, chalcedony-filled fossil molds, and chert, along with fossil echinoids and mollusks.
Calcite, Quartz, Chert, Fossil

Neighboring counties in Florida

Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Citrus County. A natural extension if Citrus County is already on your trip plan.

Citrus County FAQ

Where can I rockhound in Citrus County, Florida?+

RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Citrus County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.

What rocks and minerals are common in Citrus County?+

Spots in Citrus County most often produce Chert, Calcite, Fossil, Fossilized Ivory, Quartz. Individual spots can vary widely.

Are these Citrus County rockhounding spots on public land?+

Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out, links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.

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