Alice Mine near Elijah: Dolomite & Greenockite Rockhounding in Howell County, Missouri

Updated June 2026

Alice Mine near Elijah is a mapped rockhounding spot in Howell County, Missouri. Reported finds include dolomite, greenockite, pyrite, quartz, smithsonite, and more. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Howell County
State: Missouri
Nearest road: County Road 7280
Coordinates: 36.59321, -92.12223

Geology at Alice Mine near Elijah

This spot sits on Smithville Dolomite, Powell Dolomite, Cotter Dolomite, Jefferson City Dolomite, mapped as dolostone that formed roughly 485 to 470 million years ago. Carbonate rock like this dissolves and weathers readily, so fresh road cuts, quarries, and creek exposures are typically the most productive ground.

Mapped unit: Smithville Dolomite, Powell Dolomite, Cotter Dolomite, Jefferson City Dolomite
Age: 485–470 Ma (Early Ordovician)
Rock types: dolostone
Elevation: 990 ft

Geologic mapping via Macrostrat and the underlying state geological survey maps (CC BY 4.0). Bedrock at the surface can vary within a mapped unit.

Best time to visit Alice Mine near Elijah

Conditions here are workable year-round, with typical highs from 45°F in winter to 88°F in summer.

Climate normals: NOAA 1991-2020 monthlies, DORA 3SE station (11 mi away).

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.

Sources & verification

Spot details combine the public RockHoundR location dataset, normalized mineral labels, agency land-status checks in the app, and community submissions. Coordinates are approximate until verified in the field.

Sources: RockHoundR public spot dataset, app land overlays, and local agency review before each trip.

Found at Alice Mine near Elijah

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Across the state line from Alice Mine near Elijah

Alice Mine near Elijah is close enough to the Missouri border that the next-closest rockhounding spots are in a neighboring state. Worth knowing if you are already on the road.

Alice Mine near Elijah FAQ

Where is Alice Mine near Elijah?+

Alice Mine near Elijah is in Howell County, Missouri, at 36.59321, -92.12223. Nearest road: County Road 7280.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Alice Mine near Elijah?+

Alice Mine near Elijah is reported to produce Dolomite, Greenockite, Pyrite, Quartz, Smithsonite, Sphalerite.

Is collecting allowed at Alice Mine near Elijah?+

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.

What tools should I bring to Alice Mine near Elijah?+

A rock hammer, a small pry bar, gloves, and safety glasses cover most crystal ground. A screen helps in loose pocket soil, and newspaper protects points on the way out.

When is the best time to visit Alice Mine near Elijah?+

Alice Mine near Elijah is workable year-round.

How do I get to Alice Mine near Elijah?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.59321, -92.12223 in Google Maps. The nearest road is County Road 7280.

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