Tye River Gap — epidote rockhounding site near Virginia, VA
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Tye River Gap

Rockhounding site in Virginia, Virginia · Other

Tye River Gap is a epidote rockhounding site near Virginia, VA. Fee varies. Best season: Spring through fall.

Typical season: Spring through fall

Key facts

Structured details for trip planning — verify access and fees with the land manager before you visit.

Specimen type
Epidote
Primary specimens
Epidote, Unakite, Beryl, Quartz crystals
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
Virginia
State
Virginia
Coordinates
37.88689, -79.15646
Best season
Spring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
Access difficulty
Moderate; remote roads possible
Camping
Dispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules
Activities
Rock and mineral collecting
Facilities
Virginia regional services
Last updated
July 5, 2026

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The experience

  • Best time to visitSpring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
  • AccessModerate; remote roads possible
  • FacilitiesVirginia regional services
  • Camping nearbyDispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules

Map & location

Open in MapsGet directions37.88689, -79.15646

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Safety notice: Field and weather conditions change with weather, season, and field conditions. Verify current conditions with local land managers before you go. Collect at your own risk — there are rarely rangers or land managers at these sites.