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Metal Detecting at Little Talbot Island State Park

Duval County · Northeast · State Park

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The rules

Statewide rule: detecting only in manager-designated beach areas between toe of dune and high-water line, not submerged; finds 50+ years old cannot be kept. Call the park before you go.

Permit: Verify with park

📞 Call ahead: 904-251-2320 (confirm the current rule before you go)

Why detect here

5+ miles of undeveloped Atlantic beach; low-pressure surf line

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Source: FL State Parks policy (Ch. 62D-2 F.A.C.). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.