Metal Detecting at Devils Fork State Park (Lake Jocassee)
Oconee County · Upstate · State Park
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The rules
SC State Parks policy requires written manager approval and a signed permit, with detecting limited to non-sensitive designated areas and all finds turned over to staff. Devils Fork is the only public access point to Lake Jocassee, so detecting centers on the developed campground and beach areas rather than the protected shoreline.
Permit: Yes - signed permit / written permission from the park office
📞 Call ahead: 864-944-2639 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
Park-office permit to detect designated campground or beach areas at the only public access to Lake Jocassee; ask the manager for allowed spots
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Source: SC State Parks Metal Detection Policy (southcarolinaparks.com FAQ). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.