Where to Find Staurolite in Virginia
Virginia has 5 mapped collecting spots that report staurolite, spread across 5 counties. The largest share sits in Hanover County County with 1 spot. 5 of the spots are on land mapped as publicly accessible.
Map of 5 staurolite collecting spots in Virginia
Best counties for staurolite in Virginia
Ranked by the number of mapped staurolite spots. County links open the full rockhounding page for that county.
- Hanover County1 spot
- Henry County1 spot
- Patrick County1 spot
- Prince Edward County1 spot
- Roanoke County1 spot
Every staurolite spot we track in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland area fieldsMount Hermon Road | Hanover County | 37.7557, -77.4536 | Public | |
| Fairy Stone State ParkGoose Point Road | Henry County | 36.7779, -80.0924 | Public | |
| StuartCommerce Drive | Patrick County | 36.6312, -80.2390 | Public | |
| Leigh MountainFire Tower Drive | Prince Edward County | 37.2033, -78.3609 | Public | |
| Blue RidgePine Needle Drive | Roanoke County | 37.1749, -79.9523 | Public |
Before you go
Read the staurolite identification guide so you know what a keeper looks like in the field: Staurolite in the encyclopedia.
Staurolite in Virginia FAQ
Where can you find staurolite in Virginia?+
The mapped spots concentrate in Hanover County County, Henry County County, and Patrick County County. Every spot on this page appears on the map above with coordinates and access notes.
How many staurolite spots are mapped in Virginia?+
5 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 staurolite 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. 5 of the 5 mapped spots here sit on land marked public. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before you dig.
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Hunt staurolite in Virginia with the map in your pocket
RockHoundR puts these spots on an offline map with BLM and Forest Service overlays, geology layers, and a log for your finds.
