Pipers Gap — Rockhounding in Carroll County, Virginia

Pipers Gap is a mapped rockhounding spot in Carroll County, Virginia. Reported finds include hornblende, serpentine, talc. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Carroll County
State: Virginia
Nearest road: Pipers Gap Road
Coordinates: 36.64263, -80.84452

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at Pipers Gap

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Pipers Gap FAQ

Where is Pipers Gap?+

Pipers Gap is in Carroll County, Virginia, at 36.64263, -80.84452. Nearest road: Pipers Gap Road.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Pipers Gap?+

Pipers Gap is reported to produce Hornblende, Serpentine, Talc.

Is collecting allowed at Pipers Gap?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Pipers Gap?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.64263, -80.84452 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Pipers Gap Road.

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