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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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Bethlehem ParkHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Cheswick ParkHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Clarke-Palmore House MuseumHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Courtney Road Service StationHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Crump Park / Meadow Farm MuseumHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Dabbs House MuseumHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Deep Bottom ParkHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Deep Run Park & Recreation CenterHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Dorey Park and Recreation CenterHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Dunncroft/Castle Point ParkHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Echo Lake ParkHenrico County · VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Elko Community CenterHenrico County · VirginiaNamed 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 — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Bethlehem Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Cheswick Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Clarke-Palmore House Museum

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Courtney Road Service Station

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Crump Park / Meadow Farm Museum

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Dabbs House Museum

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Deep Bottom Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Deep Run Park & Recreation Center

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Dorey Park and Recreation Center

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Dunncroft/Castle Point Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Echo Lake Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Elko Community Center

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Glen Allen Community Center

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Hidden Creek Park & Recreation Center

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Highland Springs Community Center & Recreation Area

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Hunton Community Center & Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Laurel Recreation Area

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Osborne Park and Boat Landing

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Robinson Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Short Pump Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Springfield Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Three Lakes Park & Nature Center

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Tuckahoe Creek Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Tuckahoe Park

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Twin Hickory Park & Recreation Center

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Vawter Street / Glen Lea Recreation Area

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Authorization required — express prior written permission of the Director is required for metal detector use Grade A · 100/100

Virginia Randolph Recreation Area

Henrico County · Henrico County Recreation & Parks

Henrico park rules state that no person may use a metal detector or similar device within a park without express prior written permission of the Director, and separately protect historic artifacts/features and natural materials.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Express prior written permission of the Henrico Recreation & Parks Director required Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — staff-supervised beachfront-sand detecting on selected October–March dates only Grade A · 100/100

Jamestown Beach Event Park

James City County · James City County Parks & Recreation

James City County Section 16-22 prohibits electronic metal detecting devices in recreational facilities except Director-designated areas. Current Jamestown Beach Event Park guidance allows staff-supervised detecting on selected October-through-March dates only within the beachfront sand…

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permissionOperationsSeasonal scheduled activity
Permit: Staff-supervised scheduled session required; separate permit required for detecting in state-owned James River waters Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — recent lost-item detecting may be lawful in suitable areas outside archaeological, historic, protected and closed locations; verify current local orders Grade A · 100/100

George Washington and Jefferson National Forests — West Virginia

USDA Forest Service

Forest Service policy allows metal-detector use on NFS lands for lawful purposes in areas that do not contain, and would not reasonably be expected to contain, archaeological or historic resources. Archaeological/historic artifact searching is…

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permission
Permit: No general permit stated for eligible areas; comply with all exclusions and current site controls Verified: 2026-08-29
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Allowed with restrictions — recent lost-item detecting may be lawful in suitable areas outside archaeological, historic, protected and closed locations; verify current local orders Grade A · 100/100

Monongahela National Forest

USDA Forest Service

Forest Service policy allows metal-detector use on NFS lands for lawful purposes in areas that do not contain, and would not reasonably be expected to contain, archaeological or historic resources. Archaeological/historic artifact searching is…

DecisionAllowed With ConditionsTrip readyYesPlanGo Only With Verified ConditionsEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional detector permission
Permit: No general permit stated for eligible areas; comply with all exclusions and current site controls Verified: 2026-08-29
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

400 State Trail

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Ackley

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Adell

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Ahnapee State Trail

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Albany

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Allenton Marsh

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Amberg

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Amnicon Falls State Park

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Amsterdam Sloughs

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Augusta

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Avon

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Aztalan State Park

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Badfish Creek

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Badger State Trail

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Balsam Branch

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Barker Creek Extensive Wildlife Habitat Area

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Bear Lake Fish and Wildlife Area

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Bearskin State Trail

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Beaver Brook

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Belmont Mound State Park

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Bierbrauer

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Big Bay State Park

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Big Beaver Creek

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Big Foot Beach State Park

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Big Muskego Lake

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Big Swamp

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Bill Cross

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Black River State Forest

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Wisconsin DNR metal-detector permits are limited to recovery of specific lost personal items.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Blackhawk Lake

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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Permit required — lost personal item only Grade A · 97/100

Bloomfield

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources – Wildlife Management

Wildlife-area hunting/hiking access does not authorize recreational metal detecting.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisiteOperationscurrent
Permit: yes Verified: 2026-08-30
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