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Metal Detecting at St. Andrews State Park

Bay County · Panhandle · State Park

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The rules

State-park rule: detecting only in beach zones designated by the park manager, between toe of dune and high-water line; nothing submerged; anything 50+ years old must be surrendered. Call ahead.

Permit: Verify with park

📞 Call ahead: 850-708-6100 (confirm the current rule before you go)

Why detect here

Heavily used Panama City Beach swim beach and jetty-side sand

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