Metal Detecting at Georgia Wildlife Management Areas (DNR)
Statewide County · North Georgia · State WMA
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The rules
Georgia WMA regulations list 'using metal detectors or collecting artifacts' among the unlawful activities — metal detecting is prohibited on Wildlife Management Area land statewide (Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 391-4-2-.60).
Permit: N/A
📞 Call ahead: 706-557-3333 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
DO NOT detect — WMAs are for hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing
This spot is off-limits — try one of the allowed Florida beaches instead, then gear up below.
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Source: GA DNR Wildlife Resources — Unlawful Activities on WMAs (391-4-2-.60). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.