Where to Find Magnetite in Virginia
4 mapped magnetite rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 4 counties. Magnetite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 magnetite rockhounding spots in Virginia
Magnetite by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of magnetite spots in our database.
Every magnetite 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 | |
| New River | Grayson County | 36.5925, -81.0876 | Public | |
| Loudon CountyCochran Mill Road | Loudoun County | 39.0819, -77.5219 | Public |
Magnetite in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find magnetite in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 magnetite spots in Virginia, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Buckingham County.
Is collecting magnetite legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like magnetite 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 magnetite location in Virginia?+
Buckingham County has the most magnetite spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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