Metal Detecting at Andersonville National Historic Site
Sumter County · South Georgia · 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)). A Civil War prison site and active national cemetery, so any ground disturbance or artifact removal is strictly barred.
Permit: N/A
📞 Call ahead: 229-924-0343 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
DO NOT detect — a memorial, museum and national cemetery
This spot is off-limits — try one of the allowed Georgia spots instead, then gear up below.
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Source: 36 CFR 2.1(a)(7) (NPS). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.