Where to Find Staurolite in Virginia
4 mapped staurolite rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 4 counties. Staurolite is reported at multiple rockhounding spots across the United States.
Map of 4 staurolite rockhounding spots in Virginia
Staurolite by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of staurolite spots in our database.
Every staurolite spot in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| 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 |
Staurolite in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find staurolite in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 4 staurolite spots in Virginia, spread across 4 counties. The strongest concentration is in Hanover County.
Is collecting staurolite legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like staurolite 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 staurolite location in Virginia?+
Hanover County has the most staurolite spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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