Where to Find Beryl in Virginia
4 mapped beryl rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 4 counties. Beryl is the family that includes emerald, aquamarine, morganite, and golden beryl.
Map of 4 beryl rockhounding spots in Virginia
Beryl by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of beryl spots in our database.
Every beryl spot in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Court HouseButlers Road | Amelia County | 37.3582, -77.9185 | Public | |
| Peaks of OtterSharp Top Access Trail | Bedford County | 37.4329, -79.6043 | Public | |
| Tye River GapTye River Turnpike | Rockbridge County | 37.8869, -79.1565 | Public | |
| BrokenburgCourthouse Road | Spotsylvania County | 38.1465, -77.7005 | Public |
Beryl in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find beryl in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 beryl spots in Virginia, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Amelia County.
Is collecting beryl legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like beryl 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 beryl location in Virginia?+
Amelia County has the most beryl spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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