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Metal Detecting at Victoria Bryant State Park

Franklin County · North Georgia · State Park

🔴 Prohibited

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The rules

Georgia State Parks rules prohibit metal detecting and even possessing metal-detecting equipment; artifacts and features are protected (OCGA 12-3-10(n), 12-3-52).

Permit: N/A

📞 Call ahead: 706-245-6270 (confirm the current rule before you go)

Why detect here

DO NOT detect — upper-Piedmont park with hiking trails, fishing ponds and the Highland Walk golf course; detecting prohibited.

This spot is off-limits — try one of the allowed Georgia spots instead, then gear up below.

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Source: Georgia State Parks — Park Rules & Regulations. Verify against the managing authority before detecting.