Metal Detecting at Fort Matanzas National Monument
St. Johns County · Northeast · National Park (NPS)
🔴 Prohibited
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The rules
Federal NPS land — possessing or using a metal detector is prohibited (36 CFR 2.1(a)(7))
Permit: N/A
📞 Call ahead: 904-471-0116 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
DO NOT detect — federal land
This spot is off-limits — try one of the allowed Florida beaches instead, then gear up below.
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Source: 36 CFR 2.1(a)(7) (NPS). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.