Rockhounding in Monongalia County, West Virginia

3 mapped rockhounding spots in Monongalia County. Most commonly produces hematite, opal, pink calcite, pyrite concretions.

Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Monongalia County, West Virginia

Minerals reported in Monongalia County

Spots in Monongalia County

SpotMineralsCoordinatesAccess
Coopers RockDarnell Hollow Road39.6930, -79.7893Public
GreerWV 7
  • Pink Calcite
39.5722, -79.8416Public
MorgantownWV 100
  • Pyrite Concretions
39.6601, -79.9935Public

Neighboring counties in West Virginia

Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Monongalia County. A natural extension if Monongalia County is already on your trip plan.

Across the state line from Monongalia 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 West Virginia.

Monongalia County FAQ

Where can I rockhound in Monongalia County, West Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Monongalia County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Monongalia County?+
Spots in Monongalia County most often produce Hematite, Opal, Pink Calcite, Pyrite Concretions. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Monongalia 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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