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Metal Detecting and Treasure Laws in Kansas
MixedMetal detecting. Allowed in parks (no statewide ban); digging needs ranger OK
Treasure trove and found property. Lost-property; no historical object may leave a park
Submerged and wrecks. Claims wrecks on submerged lands
Treasure trove and found property. Lost-property; no historical object may leave a park
Submerged and wrecks. Claims wrecks on submerged lands
Worth knowing
Detecting isn't banned, but excavation needs permission.
This is a plain-language starting point, not legal advice. The rules change and vary by county, city, park, and parcel, and federal land carries its own restrictions. Always confirm with the specific land manager or agency before you search, and record and report finds where the law requires it.
Open ground in Kansas
Places you can legally dig, pan, or comb here:
- Wegner Quartz Crystal Mines Mount Ida, Arkansas
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