Metal Detecting at Lake Hartwell State Park
Oconee County · Upstate · State Park
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The rules
SC State Parks policy requires written approval from the park manager before metal detecting, and a signed permit must be carried while detecting only in non-sensitive designated areas. State Historic Sites are entirely off-limits, and any historic artifacts or modern personal items recovered must be turned over to park staff.
Permit: Yes - signed permit / written permission from the park office
📞 Call ahead: 864-972-3352 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
Getting a park-office permit to detect designated lakefront or campground areas on Lake Hartwell; ask the manager exactly where before you dig
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Source: SC State Parks Metal Detection Policy (southcarolinaparks.com FAQ). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.