Rockhounding in Boone County, Missouri
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Boone County. Most commonly produces gypsum, marcasite, pyrite, alunogen.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Boone County, Missouri
Minerals reported in Boone County
Spots in Boone County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian’s QuarryUS 63 | 38.6723, -92.2290 | Public | |
| Finger Lakes State ParkEast Peabody Haul Road | 39.0803, -92.3031 | Public | |
| RuckerWest Thornhill Road | 39.2312, -92.4180 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Missouri
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Boone County. A natural extension if Boone County is already on your trip plan.
- Ralls County~69 mi3 spotsTop: Pyrite, Marcasite, Silicified Conodonts
- Benton County~73 mi2 spotsTop: Chert, Mozarkite, Agate
- Lewis County~81 mi2 spotsTop: Agate, Aragonite, Calcite
- Crawford County~89 mi7 spotsTop: Pyrite, Hematite, Malachite
- Saint Charles County~91 mi4 spotsTop: Fluorite, Fossils, Yellow Calcite
- Grundy County~101 mi1 spotTop: Fossils, Jasper, Lake Superior Agate
Across the state line from Boone County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into Missouri.
Boone County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Boone County, Missouri?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Boone County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Boone County?+
Spots in Boone County most often produce Gypsum, Marcasite, Pyrite, Alunogen, Aragonite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Boone 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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