Metal Detecting at Fort Clinch State Park
Nassau County · Northeast · State Park
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The rules
Statewide rule: detecting only in beach zones the park manager designates (toe of dune to high-water line), never in the water; anything 50+ years old must be surrendered. Call ahead.
Permit: Verify with park
📞 Call ahead: 904-277-7274 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
Ocean and inlet beach near a Civil War fort; shelling/shark-tooth beach
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Source: FL State Parks policy (Ch. 62D-2 F.A.C.). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.