Where to Find Agate in Virginia

3 mapped agate rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 3 counties. Agate is one of the most popular rockhounding targets in the United States.

Map of 3 agate rockhounding spots in Virginia

Agate by county in Virginia

Counties ranked by number of agate spots in our database.

Every agate spot in Virginia

Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.

SpotCountyMineralsCoordinatesAccess
Buck Mountain CreekBuck Mountain RoadAlbemarle County38.1495, -78.5395Public
Walker MountainSouth Scenic HighwayBland County37.0505, -81.2256Public
SalemFallbrooke DriveRoanoke County37.2523, -80.1759Public

Agate in Virginia FAQ

Where can I find agate in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 agate spots in Virginia, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Albemarle County.
Is collecting agate legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like agate is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in Virginia, with daily and annual limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are off-limits. Always confirm rules before a trip.
What is the best agate location in Virginia?+
Albemarle County has the most agate spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.

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