New River — Rockhounding in Grayson County, Virginia

New River is a mapped rockhounding spot in Grayson County, Virginia. Reported finds include magnetite. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Grayson County
State: Virginia
Coordinates: 36.59250, -81.08758

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 New River

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Magnetite

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New River FAQ

Where is New River?+

New River is in Grayson County, Virginia, at 36.59250, -81.08758.

What rocks and minerals can you find at New River?+

New River is reported to produce Magnetite.

Is collecting allowed at New River?+

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 New River?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 36.59250, -81.08758 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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