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West Virginia Local Parks Metal Detecting

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

West Virginia Local Parks 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.

85 verified records in this scope.

Universal map & navigation coverage0 independently verified coordinate pins · 25 records with safe map navigation
WVU Medicine Waterfront Web ParkMorgantown · Monongalia County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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25th Street/Centre Wheeling PlaygroundWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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36th Street ParkWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Bridge Park Tot Lot PlaygroundWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Edgington Lane ParkWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Fitzsimmons Family Dog ParkWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Fulton PlaygroundWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Garden Park PlaygroundWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Gateway ParkWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Grandview/Wheeling Heights PlaygroundWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Greggsville PlaygroundWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaNamed public place map search
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Heritage Port PlaygroundWheeling · Ohio County · West VirginiaSensitive-site safe public reference map search
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Showing 12 quick navigation targets above. All 25 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 — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

WVU Medicine Waterfront Web Park

Morgantown · Monongalia County · BOPARC

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

25th Street/Centre Wheeling Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

36th Street Park

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Bridge Park Tot Lot Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Edgington Lane Park

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Fitzsimmons Family Dog Park

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Fulton Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Garden Park Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Gateway Park

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Grandview/Wheeling Heights Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Greggsville Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Heritage Port Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsSensitive-site safe public reference map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

I-470 Complex

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Jenson Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Mozart Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

North 24th Street Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Oglebay Park

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Overbrook Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Owl Court Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Patterson Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Pleasanton Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Wheeling Heritage Trail

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsSensitive-site safe public reference map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Wheeling Island Marina Disc Golf Course

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Wheeling Park

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
Manager/site confirmation required — no blanket recreational metal-detector permission was verified for these local park systems Grade A · 97/100

Wilson Playground

Wheeling · Ohio County · City of Wheeling / Wheeling Park Commission

The current official local directories establish park identity and public recreation access, but no systemwide detector/recovery authorization was verified. West Virginia archaeological/historic-resource law and local ground-disturbance/property rules remain controlling.

DecisionConfirmation RequiredTrip readyNoPlanObtain Manager Site Confirmation Before TravelEvidenceCurrentScopeManager Or Site Confirmation RequiredPrecisionAuthoritative scope reviewed; exact recreational detector/recovery permission remains manager/site-specific
Permit: Confirm with the exact manager before detector use or recovery Verified: 2026-08-29
Open verified record Google MapOpenStreetMapApple MapsNamed public place map search
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