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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.

Universal map & navigation coverage20 independently verified coordinate pins · 60 records with safe map navigation
Ocala Golf ClubOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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Ocala Regional SportsplexOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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Ocala Skate ParkOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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Poinciana Tot LotOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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PowhattanOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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RitterhoffOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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S. Stanley Malever NatureOcala · Marion County · FloridaSensitive-site safe public reference map search
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Scott Springs ParkOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified access/reference pin
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Scotty J. AndrewsOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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Second Chance Tot LotOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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Silver Springs Shores ParkOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address map search
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Todd C. ProsserOcala · Marion County · FloridaVerified public address 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.

Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Ocala Golf Club

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Ocala Golf Club is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Ocala Regional Sportsplex

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Ocala Regional Sportsplex is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Ocala Skate Park

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Ocala Skate Park is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Poinciana Tot Lot

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Poinciana Tot Lot is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Powhattan

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Powhattan is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely allowed.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Ritterhoff

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Ritterhoff is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely allowed.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

S. Stanley Malever Nature

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. S. Stanley Malever Nature is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 96/100

Scott Springs Park

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Ocala allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit; Scott Springs is a City of Ocala park and therefore requires the current city metal-detecting permit.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-10
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Scotty J. Andrews

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Scotty J. Andrews is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Second Chance Tot Lot

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Second Chance Tot Lot is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Silver Springs Shores Park

Ocala · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Silver Springs Shores Park is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill rules.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Todd C. Prosser

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Todd C. Prosser is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Toms

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Toms is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely allowed.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Turnipseed

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Turnipseed is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely allowed.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Tuscawilla Art Park

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Tuscawilla Art Park is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 96/100

Tuscawilla Park

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Ocala allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit; Tuscawilla Park is a City of Ocala park and therefore requires the current city metal-detecting permit.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-10
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Walker

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Walker is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely allowed.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Wetland Recharge Park

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Wetland Recharge Park is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 98/100

Wyomina

Ocala · Marion County · City of Ocala Recreation & Parks

Current City of Ocala guidance allows metal detectors in city parks only with a permit. Wyomina is a current City Recreation & Parks facility; detecting is therefore treated as permit-required, not freely allowed.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Hampton Beach

Ocklawaha · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Hampton Beach is explicitly listed by Marion County as an approved metal-detecting location when the required county pass and current rules are followed.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-11
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Ocklawaha Community Park

Ocklawaha · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Ocklawaha Community Park is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill rules.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Sandhill Park (Forest Community Center)

Ocklawaha · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Sandhill Park (facility directory: Forest Community Center at Sandhill Park) is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field,…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Heagy Burry Boat Ramp

Reddick · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Heagy Burry Boat Ramp is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill rules.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Orange Lake Community Park

Reddick · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Orange Lake Community Park is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill rules.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Moorhead Boat Ramp (Moorhead Park)

Salt Springs · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Moorhead Boat Ramp (facility directory: Moorhead Park) is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Salt Springs Civic Park

Salt Springs · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Salt Springs Civic Park is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill rules.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

W.H. Willoughby Park

Summerfield · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Willoughby Park (facility directory: W.H. Willoughby Park) is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill…

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Hope Boat Ramp

Weirsdale · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Hope Boat Ramp is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill rules.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required Grade A · 100/100

Weirsdale Park

Weirsdale · Marion County · Marion County Parks & Recreation

Weirsdale Park is explicitly included on Marion County’s current approved metal-detecting location list. Detector use requires the county metal-detecting pass and remains subject to restricted-area, sports-field, artifact-reporting and backfill rules.

DecisionAuthorization RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Authorization Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionConditional authorization / designated-zone prerequisite
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 95/100

Matheson Hammock Park

Coral Gables · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Official park page confirms Miami-Dade management; county Rule 8(e) requires authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-10
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Amelia Earhart Park

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Amelia Earhart Park is a current Miami-Dade County regional park. Lakes, trails and public recreation access do not override Rule 8(e); detector use requires written authorization by permit or easement.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-16
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Country Club of Miami

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Country Club of Miami is a current Miami-Dade County Parks property. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Country Club of Miami South Park 1

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Country Club of Miami South Park 1 is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Country Club of Miami Tot Lot

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Country Club of Miami Tot Lot is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Country Lake Park

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Country Lake Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Country Village Park

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Country Village Park is a current Miami-Dade County community park. The countywide Rule 8(e) authorization requirement applies to detector use; ordinary park, skate-park and program access is not detecting permission.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-16
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Milton E. Thompson Park

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Milton E. Thompson Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Norman and Jean Reach Park

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Norman and Jean Reach Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

North Pointe Community Center

Hialeah · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

North Pointe Community Center is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Biscado Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Biscado Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks property. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Black Point Park and Marina

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Black Point Park and Marina is a current Miami-Dade County marina and bayfront recreation facility. Boat, jetty, fishing or shoreline access does not establish detector or submerged-recovery rights; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization…

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Fruit & Spice Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Fruit & Spice Park is a current Miami-Dade County tropical botanical garden. Admission, tours, gardens and visitor access do not authorize detector use or soil disturbance; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization for metal…

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Homestead Air Reserve Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Homestead Air Reserve Park is a current Miami-Dade County recreation and sports facility. Fields, shelters, events and ordinary recreation access do not authorize metal detecting; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization for detector use…

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 96/100

Homestead Bayfront Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Countywide park rule applies; official county page identifies the park and beach amenities.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-10
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Live Like Bella Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Live Like Bella Park is a current Miami-Dade County community park. Family recreation, camps and general public access do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Modello Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Modello Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Naranja Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Naranja Park is a current Miami-Dade County recreation facility. Pool, camp and neighborhood access do not authorize metal detecting; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization for detector use and excavation.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-17
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Palmland Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Palmland Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

DecisionProhibitedTrip readyNoPlanChoose Legal AlternativeEvidenceCurrentScopeControlling Rule Scope StoredPrecisionExpress detector-use prohibition or equivalent no-detecting rule
Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

South Dade Park

Homestead · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

South Dade Park is a current Miami-Dade County recreation facility. Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization for metal-detector use and excavation; pool, field, court and community access do not create detector permission.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-16
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Continental Park

Kendall · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Continental Park is a current Miami-Dade County park. Ordinary recreation access does not override Rule 8(e); metal-detector use and excavation require written permit/easement authorization.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-16
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 96/100

Crandon Park

Key Biscayne · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Countywide park rule applies to Crandon Park; default is prohibited unless specifically authorized.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-10
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

A.D. (Doug) Barnes Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

A.D. (Doug) Barnes Park is a current Miami-Dade County park. Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization for metal-detector use and excavation; the nature center, trails, pool and ordinary public access do not create detector…

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-17
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Acadia Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Acadia Park is a current Miami-Dade County neighborhood recreation park. Playground, basketball, dog-friendly and general park access do not authorize metal detecting; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization for detector use and excavation.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Arcola Lakes Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Arcola Lakes Park is a current Miami-Dade County park. Its lake and recreation amenities do not establish land or submerged detecting rights; county Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization for detector use and excavation.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-16
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Arvida Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Arvida Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks property. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Bird Lakes Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Bird Lakes Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks property. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Biscayne Shores and Gardens Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Biscayne Shores and Gardens Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Brothers to the Rescue Memorial Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Brothers to the Rescue Memorial Park is a current Miami-Dade County Parks location. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Camp Matecumbe

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Camp Matecumbe is a current Miami-Dade County Parks property. Ordinary public access or recreation facilities do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization.

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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Permit required / otherwise prohibited Grade A · 98/100

Chuck Pezoldt Park

Miami · Miami-Dade County · Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Chuck Pezoldt Park is a current Miami-Dade County community park. Recreation facilities, construction/improvement areas and public access do not authorize metal detecting or excavation; Rule 8(e) requires written permit/easement authorization, and closed/construction areas remain…

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Permit: Yes Verified: 2026-08-18
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