Metal Detecting at Florida Keys
Monroe County · Keys · City/County beach
✅ Allowed
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The rules
Monroe County permits beach detecting; respect posted/private areas
Permit: Not required
📞 Call ahead: 800-352-5397 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
Keys public beaches
Beach detecting here? You want a saltwater-capable machine and a long-handled sand scoop. The Nokta Legend 2 is the best value that handles wet salt sand. See the Nokta Legend 2 →
More spots nearby: South Florida & the Keys · See the full Florida metal detecting laws · federal rules · which detector to buy
Source: metaldetectingtips.com. Verify against the managing authority before detecting.