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Mapes Okm-47
Fossil collection site in the Iola, Tulsa County, Oklahoma. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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24 rockhounding collecting sites within about 100 miles of Tulsa, Oklahoma.
This page lists 24 natural rockhounding sites near Tulsa, Oklahoma, sorted by distance within about 100 miles.
Where can you collect near Tulsa?
Near Tulsa, Oklahoma, our directory maps 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 100 miles of the city center — including 1 quartz & crystals, 18 fossilss, and 5 others. The closest mapped spot is Mapes Okm-47 (0.5 mi straight-line). Distances are not drive time; open each listing for directions, fee notes, access rules, and safety context before you travel.
At a glance — rockhounding sites near Tulsa
| Central place | Tulsa, Oklahoma |
|---|---|
| Search radius | About 100 miles |
| Mapped spots | 24 |
| Closest listing | Mapes Okm-47 (0.5 mi) |
| Specimen types | Quartz & Crystals (1), Fossils (18), Other (5) |
| Typical fees | 24 varies |
All rockhounding sites near Tulsa
24 rockhounding collecting sites in Oklahoma, sorted by distance from the city center. For live GPS sorting, use rockhounding sites near me.
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Turkey Mountain Rose Rock
Barite rose clusters occur in sandstone outcrops around Tulsa and Lake Keystone, Oklahoma's official state rock.
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Mapes Okm-23
Fossil collection site in the Iola, Osage County, Oklahoma. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Hmy 1. Exposed Old Excavation And Pond Ne Of Abandoned Race Track
Fossil collection site in the Vamoosa, Osage County, Oklahoma. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Mapes Okm-21
Fossil collection site in the Wann, Washington County, Oklahoma. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Strohm, Osage
Fossil collection site in the Brownville, Osage County, Oklahoma. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Salina Pinnid
Fossil collection site in the Boone, Mayes County, Oklahoma. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Pulcherocrinus Exotericus Type Locality, Southeast Of Fort Gibson
Fossil collection site in the Brentwood Limestone, Muskogee County, Oklahoma. Environment: carbonate indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Usgs 31956-pc 5.2km East And 1.2km South Of Adair, Ok
Fossil collection site in the Fayetteville Shale, Mayes County, Oklahoma. Environment: marine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Lake Spavinaw
Lake Spavinaw is a documented mineral occurrence near OK. Reported specimens include Cerussite, Galena, Magnetite, Goethite, Pyrite, Quartz crystals, Dolomite. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Tahlequah
Tahlequah is a documented mineral occurrence near OK. Reported specimens include Pyrite crystals. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Webbers Falls Lock And Dam, Algal-bryozoan Bioherms
Fossil collection site in the Sausbee, Muskogee County, Oklahoma. Environment: reef, buildup or bioherm. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Road Cut On U. S. Highway 77, 2.5 Miles North Of Springer
Fossil collection site in the Viola Springs, Carter County, Oklahoma. Environment: offshore indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Tasch Nobel V, Bed 7
Fossil collection site in the Wellington, Oklahoma. Environment: lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Midco Locality 15
Fossil collection site in the Wellington, Oklahoma. Environment: lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Midco Locality 4
Fossil collection site in the Wellington, Oklahoma. Environment: lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Midco Locality 12
Fossil collection site in the Wellington, Oklahoma. Environment: lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Midco Locality 8
Fossil collection site in the Wellington, Oklahoma. Environment: lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Midco Locality 1
Fossil collection site in the Wellington, Oklahoma. Environment: lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Midco Locality 5
Fossil collection site in the Wellington, Oklahoma. Environment: lacustrine indet.. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Miami
Miami is a documented mineral occurrence near OK. Reported specimens include Aragonite, Barite, Calcite, Chalcopyrite, Chert, Dolomite, Galena, Gypsum, Marcasite, Quartz crystals, Pyrite, Sphalerite. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Peoria
Peoria is a documented mineral occurrence near OK. Reported specimens include Calamine, Cerussite, Galena. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
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Omnh V1005
Fossil collection site in the Ada, Seminole County, Oklahoma. Environment: coarse channel fill. Source: Paleobiology Database (PBDB), CC BY 4.0.
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Lake Stanley Draper
Lake Stanley Draper is a documented mineral occurrence near OK. Reported specimens include Barite, Rose Rocks. Verify land access and collecting rules before visiting.
View detailsMap of rockhounding sites near Tulsa
Pins within about 100 miles — open a listing for fees, access, and directions.
24 sites mapped near Tulsa
Closest sites by distance
- Mapes Okm-47 — 1 mi · Fossil
- Turkey Mountain Rose Rock — 6 mi · Barite
- Mapes Okm-23 — 23 mi · Fossil
- Hmy 1. Exposed Old Excavation And Pond Ne Of Abandoned Race Track — 33 mi · Fossil
- Mapes Okm-21 — 39 mi · Fossil
- Strohm, Osage — 45 mi · Fossil
- Salina Pinnid — 46 mi · Fossil
- Pulcherocrinus Exotericus Type Locality, Southeast Of Fort Gibson — 47 mi · Fossil
- Usgs 31956-pc 5.2km East And 1.2km South Of Adair, Ok — 47 mi · Fossil
- Lake Spavinaw — 54 mi · Cerussite
- Tahlequah — 62 mi · Quartz
- Webbers Falls Lock And Dam, Algal-bryozoan Bioherms — 62 mi · Fossil
- Road Cut On U. S. Highway 77, 2.5 Miles North Of Springer — 65 mi · Fossil
- Tasch Nobel V, Bed 7 — 72 mi · Fossil
- Midco Locality 15 — 73 mi · Fossil
Types of rockhounding sites near Tulsa
Browse by specimen type in Oklahoma — each link opens the full state directory for that category.
Quartz & Crystals (1)
Quartz veins, crystal pockets, and pegmatite sites — from Herkimer diamonds to Arkansas clear quartz.
Fossils (18)
Trilobites, brachiopods, petrified wood, and other paleontological collecting on public land.
Other (5)
Mixed or specialty collecting — zeolites, fluorescent minerals, thundereggs, and unique regional finds.
Natural collecting sites in the Tulsa area
Tulsa is a practical launch point for day trips to natural rockhounding sites in Oklahoma. Within about 100 miles you will find 24 mapped destinations in our directory, starting with Mapes Okm-47 about 0.5 mi from the city center.
The mix spans quartz & crystals, fossils, other — related terms searchers use include creek gravel collecting, desert washes, road cuts, and field collecting.
How distances work near Tulsa
Every card on this page is a verified directory entry in Oklahoma with map coordinates. We measure straight-line distance from the Tulsa city center — not driving time. A creek rockhounding site 12 miles away on forest roads can take longer than a river access point 20 miles away on a highway.
Field collecting near Tulsa includes informal gravel bars, dry washes, quarry faces, and developed park collecting areas. Rules, fees, and seasonal access differ by land manager. Never assume collecting is allowed without checking the listing and posted signs the day you visit.
Safety and field conditions near you
Field conditions near Tulsa change after rain, snowmelt, and summer heat. Unstable slopes, heat exhaustion, loose rock, and flash floods are real risks at creek and quarry rockhounding sites — most sites have no supervision. Check weather and local advisories before you start digging.
We publish original planning copy, safety tips, and last-updated dates on each listing. See our editorial policy for sourcing standards, or contact us if access or conditions have changed.
Rockhounding sites near Tulsa — FAQ
Where can you collect near Tulsa?
Near Tulsa, Oklahoma, our directory lists 24 natural rockhounding sites within about 100 miles — mainly 1 quartz & crystals, 18 fossilss, and 5 others. Each listing links to directions, fee notes, and safety context. Use near me on your phone for live distance sorting from your location.
How many rockhounding sites are near Tulsa, Oklahoma?
This page shows 24 mapped rockhounding collecting sites within about 100 miles of Tulsa. The full Oklahoma directory may list additional holes farther out or awaiting coordinates. Counts update as we verify new listings.
What is the closest rockhounding site to Tulsa?
The closest mapped spot to Tulsa is Mapes Okm-47 (0.5 mi straight-line). Open that listing for driving directions, access notes, and current fee information — unofficial holes can change without notice.
Are rockhounding sites near Tulsa free?
24 have variable or unverified fees. Open each spot page for current fee details.
What types of rockhounding sites are near Tulsa?
Near Tulsa, documented specimen types include quartz & crystals, fossilss, others. A rockhounding site is a natural outcrop, wash, or creek gravel bar — not a fee dig or shop. Filter by type on the Oklahoma state page or open each card for specimen and access details.
When is the best time to visit rockhounding sites near Tulsa?
Late spring through early fall is the usual field season near Tulsa, but snowmelt, drought, and weekend crowds change conditions week to week. Check each listing before you drive — storms can make washes and creek banks unsafe.
Is it safe to collect near Tulsa?
Field collecting near Tulsa carries real risks: unstable slopes, heat, loose rock, and no rangers at most unofficial sites. Check weather and posted warnings the day you visit. Read our rockhounding safety basics guide and each listing's safety section before you dig.
Listing data last updated across spots on this page.