Where to Find Pyrite in Virginia
10 mapped pyrite rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 8 counties. Pyrite — fool's gold — is brassy iron sulfide that often forms perfect cubes.
Map of 10 pyrite rockhounding spots in Virginia
Pyrite by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of pyrite spots in our database.
Every pyrite spot in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MonetaReindeer Point | Bedford County |
| 37.1947, -79.5686 | Public |
| Willis MountainWillis Mt Plant Road | Buckingham County | 37.4779, -78.4619 | Public | |
| LynchburgStage Road | Campbell County | 37.3910, -79.0400 | Public | |
| Galax | Carroll County | 36.7117, -80.9408 | Public | |
| Hanks KnobCoal Creek Road | Carroll County | 36.6272, -80.8589 | Public | |
| HillsvilleMitchels Crossroads Road | Carroll County | 36.8454, -80.7239 | Public | |
| Mineral | Louisa County | 38.0371, -77.8990 | Public | |
| LexingtonFlower Lane | Rockbridge County | 37.7763, -79.4302 | Public | |
| Marion | Smyth County | 36.7883, -81.5297 | Public | |
| Wythe CountyWalton Furnace Road | Wythe County | 36.8835, -80.9322 | Public |
Pyrite in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find pyrite in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 10 pyrite spots in Virginia, spread across 8 counties. The strongest concentration is in Carroll County.
Is collecting pyrite legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like pyrite 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 pyrite location in Virginia?+
Carroll County has the most pyrite spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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