Metal Detecting at Dry Tortugas National Park
Monroe County · Keys · National Park (NPS)
🔴 Prohibited
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The rules
Federal NPS land — possessing or using a metal detector, magnetometer or other metal-detecting device is prohibited (36 CFR 2.1(a)(7)). No beach exception.
Permit: N/A
📞 Call ahead: 305-242-7700 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
DO NOT detect — Fort Jefferson historic site, leave the detector home
This spot is off-limits — try one of the allowed Florida spots instead, then gear up below.
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Source: 36 CFR 2.1(a)(7) (NPS). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.