Metal Detecting at Sweetwater Creek State Park
Douglas County · Metro Atlanta · State Park
🔴 Prohibited
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The rules
Georgia State Parks rules prohibit metal detecting and even possessing a detector; the Civil War mill ruins here are protected historic ground (OCGA 12-3-10(n), 12-3-52).
Permit: N/A
📞 Call ahead: 770-732-5871 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
DO NOT detect — waterfall hikes, New Manchester mill ruins and fishing
This spot is off-limits — try one of the allowed Florida beaches instead, then gear up below.
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Source: Georgia State Parks — Park Rules & Regulations. Verify against the managing authority before detecting.