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Arkansas AGFC Lakes Metal Detecting

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Arkansas AGFC Lakes Metal Detecting

These records apply only to verified locations whose written rule and site-specific recreation footprint have been verified. A map pin is a public visitor/reference point, never a permission boundary.

28 verified records in this scope.

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Cox Creek LakeArkansasNamed public place map search
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Crystal LakeArkansasNamed public place map search
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Dr. Lester Sitzes III Bois d’Arc LakeArkansasNamed public place map search
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Gurdon LakeArkansasNamed public place map search
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Harris Brake LakeArkansasNamed public place map search
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Hindsville LakeArkansasNamed public place map search
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Horsehead Lake (Johnson County)ArkansasNamed public place map search
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Hubble LakeArkansasNamed public place map search
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Lake AshbaughArkansasNamed public place map search
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Lake AtkinsArkansasNamed public place map search
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Lake BarnettArkansasNamed public place map search
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Lake Bob KiddArkansasNamed public place map search
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Showing 12 quick navigation targets above. All 28 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.

Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Cox Creek Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Crystal Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Dr. Lester Sitzes III Bois d’Arc Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Gurdon Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Harris Brake Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Hindsville Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
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Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Horsehead Lake (Johnson County)

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Hubble Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Ashbaugh

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Atkins

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Barnett

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Bob Kidd

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Cargile

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Des Arc

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Elmdale

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
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Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Hinkle

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
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Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Hogue

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Jack Nolen

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
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Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Overcup

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
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Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Saracen

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Lake Wilhelmina

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Mallard Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Mercer Bayou

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Mike Knoedl Tri-County Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Mom's Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Sugarloaf Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Tommy L. Sproles Lake Pickthorne

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — access permit does not establish detector/digging/recovery permission Grade A · 97/100

Upper White Oak Lake

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission

The WMA/Lake Conservation Permit is an access credential for listed AGFC-owned lakes when a user lacks a qualifying Arkansas hunting/fishing license. The current source does not convert that permit into authorization to use a…

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: WMC or qualifying hunting/fishing license may be required for access; detector authorization not established Verified: 2026-08-29
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