Rockhounding in Carroll County, Virginia
5 mapped rockhounding spots in Carroll County. Most commonly produces pyrite, chalcopyrite, pyrrhotite, quartz.
Map showing 5 rockhounding spots in Carroll County, Virginia
Minerals reported in Carroll County
Spots in Carroll County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galax | 36.7117, -80.9408 | Public | |
| Hanks KnobCoal Creek Road | 36.6272, -80.8589 | Public | |
| HillsvilleMitchels Crossroads Road | 36.8454, -80.7239 | Public | |
| Laurel ForkFireside Drive | 36.7276, -80.5062 | Public | |
| Pipers GapPipers Gap Road | 36.6426, -80.8445 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Virginia
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Carroll County. A natural extension if Carroll County is already on your trip plan.
- Patrick County~24 mi2 spotsTop: Kyanite, Almandine Garnet, Corundum
- Grayson County~28 mi6 spotsTop: Calcite, Chalcedony, Epidote
- Henry County~48 mi3 spotsTop: Blue Quartz, Garnet, Staurolite
- Roanoke County~51 mi3 spotsTop: Agate, Apatite, Rutile
- Bedford County~76 mi4 spotsTop: Garnet, Quartz, Tourmaline
- Campbell County~107 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Ankerite, Calcite
Across the state line from Carroll 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.
Carroll County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Carroll County, Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 rockhounding spots in Carroll County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Carroll County?+
Spots in Carroll County most often produce Pyrite, Chalcopyrite, Pyrrhotite, Quartz, Rutile. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Carroll 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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