Where to Find Kyanite in Virginia
Virginia has 6 mapped collecting spots that report kyanite, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Patrick County County with 2 spots. 6 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 6 kyanite collecting spots in Virginia
Best counties for kyanite in Virginia
Ranked by the number of mapped kyanite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Patrick County2 spots
- Buckingham County1 spot
- Campbell County1 spot
- Hanover County1 spot
- Prince Edward County1 spot
Every kyanite spot we track in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willis MountainWillis Mt Plant Road | Buckingham County | 37.4779, -78.4619 | Public | |
| LynchburgStage Road | Campbell County | 37.3910, -79.0400 | Public | |
| Ashland MillI 95 | Hanover County | 37.8138, -77.4613 | Public | |
| Hurricane KnobKettle Hollow Lane | Patrick County | 36.7075, -80.4520 | Public | |
| StuartCommerce Drive | Patrick County | 36.6312, -80.2390 | Public | |
| Leigh MountainFire Tower Drive | Prince Edward County | 37.2033, -78.3609 | Public |
Before you go
Read the kyanite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Kyanite in the encyclopedia.
Kyanite in Virginia FAQ
Where can you find kyanite in Virginia?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Patrick County County, Buckingham County County, and Campbell County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many kyanite spots are mapped in Virginia?+
6 spots across 5 counties. The RockHoundR app keeps the same spots on an offline map with public land overlays, geology layers, and your saved finds.
Is it legal to collect kyanite in Virginia?+
Hand collecting of common rocks and minerals in small amounts for personal use is generally allowed on BLM and U.S. Forest Service land, with limits set by the local field office. National parks, most state parks, and tribal land are closed to collecting. 6 of the 6 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
