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50-state metal detecting intelligence

Best Places to Metal Detect

Official-source rules, permission pathways, map context and practical next steps—kept separate from the rockhounding atlas.

Verified places to metal detect

These results exclude research-only records. “Permit required” means the place is not freely open without authorization.

2,060 verified records in this scope.

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Headwaters State ForestNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Holmes Educational State ForestNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Jackrabbit Area Swim BeachNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Jockey's Ridge State ParkNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Jones Lake State ParkNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Jordan Lake Educational State ForestNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Jordan Lake State Recreation AreaNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Kerr Lake State Recreation AreaNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Kings Mountain Point BeachNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Lake James State ParkNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Lake Norman State ParkNorth CarolinaNamed public place map search
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Showing 12 quick navigation targets above. All 60 records in this scope include their own map-provider links below.

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Map meaning: verified coordinate pins identify independently grounded public visitor/access reference points. Query-only records can be resolved on demand as temporary provider search matches; sensitive records use a deliberately broader agency/locality query. Temporary search matches are not stored as verified coordinates. No map mode is a property boundary, detecting zone, archaeological target, or permission boundary.

Authorization required — metal detector use is prohibited without a State Forest permit Grade A · 100/100

Headwaters State Forest

North Carolina Forest Service

02 NCAC 60B.1028 prohibits metal-detector use without a permit and separately restricts collection/removal of artifacts, minerals and natural resources.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Permit required from Forest Supervisor or designee Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use is prohibited without a State Forest permit Grade A · 100/100

Holmes Educational State Forest

North Carolina Forest Service

02 NCAC 60B.1028 prohibits metal-detector use without a permit and separately restricts collection/removal of artifacts, minerals and natural resources.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Permit required from Forest Supervisor or designee Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — Forest Service designated metal-detecting area only Grade A · 100/100

Jackrabbit Area Swim Beach

USDA Forest Service

Jackrabbit Area Swim Beach is one of six specifically designated North Carolina National Forest detector areas under Order 04-16-2010. Permission does not extend beyond the exact marked/designated footprint.

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permission
Permit: Check rule Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Jockey's Ridge State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Jones Lake State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use is prohibited without a State Forest permit Grade A · 100/100

Jordan Lake Educational State Forest

North Carolina Forest Service

02 NCAC 60B.1028 prohibits metal-detector use without a permit and separately restricts collection/removal of artifacts, minerals and natural resources.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Permit required from Forest Supervisor or designee Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Kerr Lake State Recreation Area

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — Forest Service designated metal-detecting area only Grade A · 100/100

Kings Mountain Point Beach

USDA Forest Service

Kings Mountain Point Beach is one of six specifically designated North Carolina National Forest detector areas under Order 04-16-2010. Permission does not extend beyond the exact marked/designated footprint.

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permission
Permit: Check rule Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Lake James State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Lake Norman State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — Forest Service designated metal-detecting area only Grade A · 100/100

Lake Powhatan Swim Beach

USDA Forest Service

Lake Powhatan Swim Beach is one of six specifically designated North Carolina National Forest detector areas under Order 04-16-2010. Permission does not extend beyond the exact marked/designated footprint.

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permission
Permit: Check rule Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Lake Waccamaw State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Lower Haw River State Natural Area

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Lumber River State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Mayo River State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Medoc Mountain State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Merchants Millpond State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Morrow Mountain State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Mount Mitchell State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use is prohibited without a State Forest permit Grade A · 100/100

Mountain Island Educational State Forest

North Carolina Forest Service

02 NCAC 60B.1028 prohibits metal-detector use without a permit and separately restricts collection/removal of artifacts, minerals and natural resources.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Permit required from Forest Supervisor or designee Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — Forest Service designated metal-detecting area only Grade A · 100/100

Neuse River/Flanners Recreation Area Beach

USDA Forest Service

Neuse River/Flanners Recreation Area Beach is one of six specifically designated North Carolina National Forest detector areas under Order 04-16-2010. Permission does not extend beyond the exact marked/designated footprint.

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permission
Permit: Check rule Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

New River State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Pettigrew State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Pilot Mountain State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Pisgah View State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Raven Rock State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — Forest Service designated metal-detecting area only Grade A · 100/100

Ray Mine

USDA Forest Service

Ray Mine is one of six specifically designated North Carolina National Forest detector areas under Order 04-16-2010. Permission does not extend beyond the exact marked/designated footprint.

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permission
Permit: Check rule Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Rendezvous Mountain

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Singletary Lake State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

South Mountains State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Stone Mountain State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use is prohibited without a State Forest permit Grade A · 100/100

Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest

North Carolina Forest Service

02 NCAC 60B.1028 prohibits metal-detector use without a permit and separately restricts collection/removal of artifacts, minerals and natural resources.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Permit required from Forest Supervisor or designee Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use is prohibited without a State Forest permit Grade A · 100/100

Tuttle Educational State Forest

North Carolina Forest Service

02 NCAC 60B.1028 prohibits metal-detector use without a permit and separately restricts collection/removal of artifacts, minerals and natural resources.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Permit required from Forest Supervisor or designee Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

William B. Umstead State Park

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — metal detector use requires a Special Use Permit and is limited to locating lost personal property Grade A · 100/100

Yellow Mountain State Natural Area

North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation

NC State Parks expressly state that metal detectors are not allowed except to locate lost personal property when authorized by a Special Use Permit; natural-resource/artifact removal remains restricted.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Special Use Permit required from NC State Parks Verified: 2026-08-29
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Installation authorization required Grade A · 99/100

Camp Gruber (CGTC)

U.S. Department of Defense / ODWC

Limited hunting access on military property is not recreational metal-detecting permission. Exact installation authorization is required.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: manager_or_rule_confirmation Verified: 2026-08-30
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Installation authorization required Grade A · 99/100

McAlester AAP

U.S. Department of Defense / ODWC

Limited hunting access on military property is not recreational metal-detecting permission. Exact installation authorization is required.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: manager_or_rule_confirmation Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Allegheny Islands State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Archbald Pothole State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Bald Eagle State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Beltzville State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Bendigo State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Benjamin Rush State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Big Elk Creek State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Big Pocono State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Big Spring State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Black Moshannon State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Blue Knob State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Boyd Big Tree Preserve Conservation Area

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Buchanan's Birthplace State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Bucktail State Park Natural Area

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Caledonia State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Canoe Creek State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Chapman State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Cherry Springs State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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Authorization required — prior park-manager approval with site restrictions Grade A · 100/100

Clear Creek State Park

Pennsylvania DCNR — Bureau of State Parks

DCNR permits reasonable detector use in many state parks, but every detector user must first obtain prior approval from the specific on-site park manager; hours, beach/swimming-area seasonality, historical-resource closures, digging-tool limits and reporting/removal conditions…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes — prior approval from the specific on-site park manager Verified: 2026-08-30
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