Rockhounding in Arlington County, Virginia
2 mapped rockhounding spots in Arlington County. Most commonly produces blue quartz, jasper.
Map showing 2 rockhounding spots in Arlington County, Virginia
Minerals reported in Arlington County
- Blue Quartz1
- Jasper1
Spots in Arlington County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArlingtonCustis Memorial Parkway | 38.8983, -77.0925 | Public | |
| ArlingtonFour Mile Run Trail |
| 38.8494, -77.1032 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Virginia
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Arlington County. A natural extension if Arlington County is already on your trip plan.
- Madison County~74 mi3 spotsTop: Blue Quartz, Black Chert, Copper
- Hanover County~76 mi3 spotsTop: Moonstone, Amazonite, Feldspar
- Louisa County~77 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Actinolite, Amazonite
- Albemarle County~100 mi9 spotsTop: Amethyst, Epidote, Chalcopyrite
- Amelia County~117 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Fluorite, Quartz
- Rockbridge County~136 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Unakite, Beryl
Across the state line from Arlington 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.
Arlington County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Arlington County, Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 2 rockhounding spots in Arlington County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Arlington County?+
Spots in Arlington County most often produce Blue Quartz, Jasper. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Arlington 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.
Plan a Arlington County rockhounding trip
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