Where to Find Apatite in Virginia
4 mapped apatite rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 4 counties. Apatite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 apatite rockhounding spots in Virginia
Apatite by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of apatite spots in our database.
Every apatite spot in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willis MountainWillis Mt Plant Road | Buckingham County | 37.4779, -78.4619 | Public | |
| Potomac RiverGeorgetown Pike | Fairfax County |
| 38.9776, -77.2331 | Public |
| JollettThe Point Overlook | Page County | 38.4636, -78.4635 | Public | |
| AirpointBent Mountain Road | Roanoke County | 37.1761, -80.1108 | Public |
Apatite in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find apatite in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 apatite spots in Virginia, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Buckingham County.
Is collecting apatite legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like apatite 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 apatite location in Virginia?+
Buckingham County has the most apatite spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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