Where to Find Chalcopyrite in Virginia
5 mapped chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 3 counties. Chalcopyrite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 5 chalcopyrite rockhounding spots in Virginia
Chalcopyrite by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of chalcopyrite spots in our database.
Every chalcopyrite spot in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FaberGreen Creek Road | Albemarle County |
| 37.8316, -78.6669 | Public |
| Southwest Mountains | Albemarle County | 38.0858, -78.3485 | Public | |
| Galax | Carroll County | 36.7117, -80.9408 | Public | |
| HillsvilleMitchels Crossroads Road | Carroll County | 36.8454, -80.7239 | Public | |
| LexingtonFlower Lane | Rockbridge County | 37.7763, -79.4302 | Public |
Chalcopyrite in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find chalcopyrite in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 chalcopyrite spots in Virginia, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Albemarle County.
Is collecting chalcopyrite legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like chalcopyrite 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 chalcopyrite location in Virginia?+
Albemarle County has the most chalcopyrite spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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