Where to Find Kyanite in Virginia
6 mapped kyanite rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 5 counties. Kyanite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 6 kyanite rockhounding spots in Virginia
Kyanite by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of kyanite spots in our database.
Every kyanite 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 | |
| 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 |
Kyanite in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find kyanite in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 6 kyanite spots in Virginia, spread across 5 counties. The strongest concentration is in Patrick County.
Is collecting kyanite legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like kyanite 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 kyanite location in Virginia?+
Patrick County has the most kyanite spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
