Metal Detecting at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
Miami-Dade County · Southeast · State Park
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The rules
Coastal state park: detecting only where the park manager designates between the dune toe and high-water line; no submerged detecting; historic (50+ yr) objects cannot be kept. Call ahead — manager may refuse.
Permit: Verify with park
📞 Call ahead: 786-582-2673 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
Key Biscayne ocean beach beside the Cape Florida lighthouse
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Source: FL State Parks policy (Ch. 62D-2 F.A.C.). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.