Fossils near Kirksville, MO
11 of the mapped rockhounding spots within 150 miles of Kirksville report fossil. The closest is Grundy County, about 50 miles out (1 hr 3 min drive).
Fossil collecting spots cluster around exposed sedimentary rock: road cuts, creek banks, quarries, and badlands where erosion keeps bringing fresh material to the surface.
Map of 11 fossil collecting spots within 150 miles of Kirksville, Missouri
Closest fossils spots to Kirksville
- Grundy CountyGrundy County, Missouri50 mi · 1 hr 3 min driveLake Superior Agate, Jasper, Fossils
- Livingston CountyLivingston County, Missouri61 mi · 1 hr 16 min driveLake Superior Agate, Jasper, Fossils
- NiotaHancock County, Illinois73 mi · 1 hr 31 min driveFossils, Geode
- GallatinDaviess County, Missouri74 mi · 1 hr 33 min driveAgate, Chalcedony, Jasper
- Daviess CountyDaviess County, Missouri76 mi · 1 hr 36 min driveLake Superior Agate, Jasper, Fossils
- Terre HauteHenderson County, Illinois90 mi · 1 hr 53 min driveFossils
Every fossil spot within 150 miles of Kirksville
Sorted by distance from Kirksville. Tap a row for directions, access status, and nearby trips.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grundy County | Grundy County | 40.1196, -93.5296 | Public | |
| Livingston County | Livingston County | 39.7545, -93.5739 | Public | |
| NiotaNorth Morman Springs Road | Hancock County | 40.6118, -91.3065 | Public | |
| GallatinPepper Avenue | Daviess County | 39.9193, -93.9405 | Public | |
| Daviess County215th Street | Daviess County | 39.9653, -93.9975 | Public | |
| Terre Haute1100E | Henderson County | 40.6558, -90.9800 | Public | |
| Gentry County | Gentry County | 40.2077, -94.3754 | Public | |
| AmesAudubon Trail | Story County | 42.0336, -93.6318 | Public | |
| Defiance QuarryMO DD | Saint Charles County |
| 38.6608, -90.7760 | Public |
| Saint Charles QuarryArena Parkway | Saint Charles County | 38.7504, -90.5095 | Public | |
| Brandon330th Street | Buchanan County | 42.3164, -91.9902 | Public |
Fossils near Kirksville FAQ
Where can I find fossils near Kirksville?+
11 mapped spots within about 150 miles of Kirksville report fossil. The closest is Grundy County in Grundy County County, roughly 50 miles away (1 hr 3 min drive). The full list with coordinates is on this page.
Can I collect fossils on public land near Kirksville?+
11 of the 11 spots here sit on land mapped as publicly accessible. Casual hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed on most BLM and Forest Service land with limits set by the local field office; national parks and most state parks are closed to collecting. Confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.
Is it legal to keep fossils I find?+
On federal land, common invertebrate and plant fossils (shells, corals, trilobites, leaf prints) may be collected casually for personal use. Vertebrate fossils (bone, teeth, anything with a backbone) are protected on federal land and need a research permit. Private land follows the landowner's permission. When in doubt, photograph it, note the location, and ask the managing agency.
How far from Kirksville do I need to drive?+
The nearest fossil spot is about 50 miles out, and the farthest on this list is 150 miles. Most fall inside a normal weekend day-trip radius.
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