Location limits
Where detecting is allowed
- Only the metal-detecting areas shown on the current DNR Algonac map.
Where it is restricted or prohibited
- Areas outside the map's designated zones.
- Designated historic and archaeological sites.
- Do not search at archaeological, historic, burial, or tribal sites.
Authorization
Permit instructions
The cited rule does not state a permit requirement for the scope summarized here. This is not proof that no other authorization applies.
- The reviewed DNR page does not state a general recovery-tool or hole-restoration rule; use the designated-area map and confirm current site instructions.
Seasonal and hour restrictions
The cited official material does not state a specific rule for this item.
Found property and reportable objects
Items found must be reviewed by park staff and may be retained for further investigation.
Final check
Before you go
Review the live official source and contact the land manager for current site-specific restrictions before visiting.
Always check current posted signs and current land-manager instructions. Rules, closures, designated areas, and permit procedures can change after the source-check date.
Primary evidence
Official sources
Source 1
Issuing authority: Michigan Department of Natural Resources
The DNR page places Algonac in the designated-area category and links an official park-specific metal-detecting map.
- Published
- Not stated
- Checked
- July 10, 2026
Source 2
Issuing authority: Michigan Department of Natural Resources
The official DNR map defines the park-specific areas intended for metal-detecting use.
- Published
- Not stated
- Checked
- July 10, 2026
Same jurisdiction
Michigan · State parkPPermit required
A permit is required before metal detecting at Flint State Park; confirm the current process before visiting.
- Permit
- Required or conditionally required
- Review
- Pending human review
Read the sourced summary →Michigan · State park✓Explicitly allowed
Michigan DNR lists Grand Haven State Park as open to metal detecting, subject to statewide safeguards.
- Permit
- Not identified as required by cited rule
- Review
- Pending human review
Read the sourced summary →