Where to Find Tourmaline in Virginia
5 mapped tourmaline rockhounding spots in Virginia, across 3 counties. Tourmaline is a complex boron silicate that comes in nearly every color.
Map of 5 tourmaline rockhounding spots in Virginia
Tourmaline by county in Virginia
Counties ranked by number of tourmaline spots in our database.
Every tourmaline spot in Virginia
Sorted by county. Coordinates open in Google Maps. Click a row for details.
| Spot | County | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Court HouseButlers Road | Amelia County | 37.3582, -77.9185 | Public | |
| Chestnut MountainHazelwood Terrace | Bedford County | 37.2757, -79.8430 | Public | |
| MonetaReindeer Point | Bedford County |
| 37.1947, -79.5686 | Public |
| Peaks of OtterSharp Top Access Trail | Bedford County | 37.4329, -79.6043 | Public | |
| Potomac RiverGeorgetown Pike | Fairfax County |
| 38.9776, -77.2331 | Public |
Tourmaline in Virginia FAQ
Where can I find tourmaline in Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 5 tourmaline spots in Virginia, spread across 3 counties. The strongest concentration is in Bedford County.
Is collecting tourmaline legal in Virginia?+
Casual hand collection of common rocks and minerals like tourmaline 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 tourmaline location in Virginia?+
Bedford County has the most tourmaline spots in our database for Virginia. The full county breakdown is below — different counties produce different qualities and varieties.
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