Rockhounding in Albemarle County, Virginia
9 mapped rockhounding spots in Albemarle County. Most commonly produces amethyst, epidote, chalcopyrite, unakite.
Map showing 9 rockhounding spots in Albemarle County, Virginia
Minerals reported in Albemarle County
Spots in Albemarle County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buck Mountain CreekBuck Mountain Road | 38.1495, -78.5395 | Public | |
| CharlottesvilleVirginia Way | 37.9454, -78.4683 | Public | |
| Cove CreekMonacan Trail | 37.8748, -78.7228 | Public | |
| FaberGreen Creek Road |
| 37.8316, -78.6669 | Public |
| Moormans RiverSugar Hollow Road | 38.1287, -78.6902 | Public | |
| Red Hill QuarryRed Hill Road | 37.9617, -78.5989 | Public | |
| ShadwellMilton Road | 38.0110, -78.4079 | Public | |
| Southwest Mountains | 38.0858, -78.3485 | Public | |
| Stockton CreekHeather Crest Place | 38.0422, -78.7007 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Virginia
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Albemarle County. A natural extension if Albemarle County is already on your trip plan.
- Louisa County~33 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Actinolite, Amazonite
- Madison County~34 mi3 spotsTop: Blue Quartz, Black Chert, Copper
- Rockbridge County~38 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Unakite, Beryl
- Amelia County~55 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Fluorite, Quartz
- Campbell County~58 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Ankerite, Calcite
- Hanover County~61 mi3 spotsTop: Moonstone, Amazonite, Feldspar
Across the state line from Albemarle 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 Virginia.
Albemarle County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Albemarle County, Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 9 rockhounding spots in Albemarle County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Albemarle County?+
Spots in Albemarle County most often produce Amethyst, Epidote, Chalcopyrite, Unakite, Agate. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Albemarle 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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