Rockhounding in Madison County, Virginia
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Madison County. Most commonly produces blue quartz, black chert, copper, epidote.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Madison County, Virginia
Minerals reported in Madison County
Spots in Madison County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blakely Ridge fire towerBurnt Ridge Fire Trail | 38.4238, -78.3381 | Public | |
| Dark HollowRapidan Fire Road | 38.5108, -78.4219 | Permission | |
| Rose RiverOld Blue Ridge Turnpike | 38.4849, -78.3233 | Public |
Neighboring counties in Virginia
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Madison County. A natural extension if Madison County is already on your trip plan.
- Albemarle County~34 mi9 spotsTop: Amethyst, Epidote, Chalcopyrite
- Louisa County~40 mi3 spotsTop: Amethyst, Actinolite, Amazonite
- Fluvanna County~46 mi2 spotsTop: Gold, Quartz, Rhodonite
- Loudoun County~62 mi1 spotTop: Calcite, Datolite, Diopside
- Rockbridge County~64 mi5 spotsTop: Quartz, Unakite, Beryl
- Hanover County~66 mi3 spotsTop: Moonstone, Amazonite, Feldspar
Across the state line from Madison 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.
Madison County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Madison County, Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Madison County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Madison County?+
Spots in Madison County most often produce Blue Quartz, Black Chert, Copper, Epidote, Jasper. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Madison 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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