Can you metal detect in Yellowstone National Park?
Metal detecting is prohibited in National Parks and also on many public lands including city and state parks. Be sure to check the regulations before you dig.
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Driving off roads is not permitted. Defacing park features, collecting natural or archeological objects, picking wildflowers, and littering are illegal. Store your valuables securely and lock your vehicle. Report thefts or accidents promptly to a ranger.
(c) The use of any mineral or metal detecting device at a state historic or archeological site is prohibited, except for official use. The use of any mineral or metal detecting device at a state park or recreation area is prohibited without written permission of the superintendent.
(i) Metal detector. It is an offense for any person to operate or use a metal detector, except as authorized by permit. (j) Minors and children. (1) A person younger than 15 years who enters a state park, must be supervised by a parent, legal guardian, or other responsible adult over the age of 17 years at all times.
Hunting is strictly forbidden in Yellowstone, as is target practice. And visitors should not use guns as self-defense against large wildlife, but rather carry bear spray and take other safety precautions. Firearms are also prohibited in facilities like visitor centers and government offices.
Hot springs have injured or killed more people in Yellowstone than any other natural feature. Keep your children close and don't let them run. Animals that become dependent on human food may become aggressive toward people and have to be killed. Keep all food, garbage, or other smelly items packed away when not in use.
Don't touch any water in or around thermal features. Never swim, soak, or wade in thermal features. More than 20 people have died from intentionally entering or falling into hot springs.
All Walt Disney World theme parks, and Disney Springs, have metal detectors for guests to walk through. If a guest's bag sets off the metal detector, they are asked to step to the side for a bag search performed by a security team member.