Rockhounding in Monongalia County, West Virginia
3 mapped rockhounding spots in Monongalia County. Most commonly produces hematite, opal, pink calcite, pyrite concretions.
Map showing 3 rockhounding spots in Monongalia County, West Virginia
Minerals reported in Monongalia County
Spots in Monongalia County
| Spot | Minerals | Coordinates | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers RockDarnell Hollow Road | 39.6930, -79.7893 | Public | |
| GreerWV 7 | 39.5722, -79.8416 | Public | |
| MorgantownWV 100 | 39.6601, -79.9935 | Public |
Neighboring counties in West Virginia
Adjacent rockhounding counties, ranked by how close their centroids sit to Monongalia County. A natural extension if Monongalia County is already on your trip plan.
- Mineral County~50 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Blue Calcite, Celestite
- Randolph County~54 mi1 spotTop: Calcite, Dolomite, Quartz
- Grant County~62 mi3 spotsTop: Calcite, Dolomite, Celestite
- Pendleton County~72 mi4 spotsTop: Smoky Quartz, Calcite, Chabazite
- Morgan County~88 mi1 spotTop: Calcite, Jasper, Pyrite Cubes
- Pocahontas County~104 mi3 spotsTop: Blue Silicified Coral, Chert Nodules, Red Silicified Coral
Across the state line from Monongalia County
Rockhounding counties in neighboring states within driving range. Geology rarely respects state borders — these are often the closest mapped spots you can reach without going deeper into West Virginia.
Monongalia County FAQ
Where can I rockhound in Monongalia County, West Virginia?+
RockHoundR tracks 3 rockhounding spots in Monongalia County. Each entry below has coordinates, mineral notes, and access type. Always confirm local rules before collecting.
What rocks and minerals are common in Monongalia County?+
Spots in Monongalia County most often produce Hematite, Opal, Pink Calcite, Pyrite Concretions. Individual spots can vary widely.
Are these Monongalia County rockhounding spots on public land?+
Most spots in this list are tagged public, but access can change with seasons, claims, and local closures. Always verify before driving out — links in the app open the right BLM, USFS, or county pages.
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