Metal Detecting at Sadlers Creek State Park
Anderson County · Upstate · State Park
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The rules
Under SC State Parks policy you must get written manager approval and carry a signed permit, detecting only in non-sensitive designated areas; historic sites are off-limits and finds must be surrendered to staff. The park is a peninsula on 56,000-acre Lake Hartwell with lakefront camping and two boat ramps.
Permit: Yes - signed permit / written permission from the park office
📞 Call ahead: 864-226-8950 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
Permit-based detecting in designated areas of this Lake Hartwell peninsula park; confirm allowed spots with the office
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Source: SC State Parks Metal Detection Policy (southcarolinaparks.com FAQ). Verify against the managing authority before detecting.