Where to Find Hematite in West Virginia
3 mapped hematite rockhounding spots in West Virginia, across 3 counties. Hematite is iron oxide — the mineral that gives red rocks their color.
Map of 3 hematite rockhounding spots in West Virginia
Hematite by county in West Virginia
Counties ranked by number of hematite spots in our database.
Every hematite spot in West Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Fork Mountain | Grant County | 38.8740, -79.0943 | Public | |
| New CreekUS 50 | Mineral County | 39.3634, -79.0073 | Public | |
| Coopers RockDarnell Hollow Road | Monongalia County | 39.6930, -79.7893 | Public |
Hematite in West Virginia FAQ
Where can I find hematite in West Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 hematite spots in West Virginia, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Grant County.
Is collecting hematite legal in West Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like hematite is allowed on most BLM and U.S. Forest Service land in West 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 hematite location in West Virginia?+
Grant County has the most hematite spots in our database for West Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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