Rockhounding in Henry County, Virginia
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Henry County. Most commonly produces blue quartz, garnet, staurolite.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Henry County, Virginia
Minerals reported in Henry County
- Blue Quartz1
- Garnet1
- Staurolite1
Spots in Henry County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| AxtonMovie Movers East | 36.6651, -79.6905 | Public | |
| Fairy Stone State ParkGoose Point Road | 36.7779, -80.0924 | Public | |
| Henry CountyRiverside Drive |
| 36.7425, -79.9653 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Virginia
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Henry County. A natural extension if Henry County is already on your trip plan.
- Roanoke County~34 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Apatite, Rutile
- Bedford County~43 mi4 spotsTop: Garnet, Quartz, Tourmaline
- Carroll County~48 mi5 spotsTop: Pyrite, Chalcopyrite, Pyrrhotite
- Campbell County~63 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Ankerite, Calcite
- Grayson County~75 mi6 spotsTop: Calcite, Chalcedony, Epidote
- Rockbridge County~87 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Unakite, Beryl
Across the state line from Henry 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.
- Stokes County~28 miNorth Carolina · 2 spotsTop: Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian
- Surry County~49 miNorth Carolina · 6 spotsTop: Quartz, Jasper, Rutile
- Person County~61 miNorth Carolina · 3 spotsTop: Actinolite, Hematite, Kyanite
- Davidson County~69 miNorth Carolina · 3 spotsTop: Chalcopyrite, Malachite, Amethyst
Henry County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Henry County, Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Henry County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Henry County?+
Spots in Henry County most often produce Blue Quartz, Garnet, Staurolite. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Henry 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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