Maryland Metal Detecting

Maryland sits at the crossroads of American colonial and Civil War history – from Chesapeake Bay colonial settlements to the Antietam battlefield area and the western Maryland coal country. The state’s proximity to the nation’s capital means its ground holds artifacts from virtually every era of American history. Maryland has specific regulations around Civil War battlefield sites and archaeological resources – always research your specific location thoroughly before detecting.

Metal Detecting in the Mid-Atlantic – Available on Amazon

Jason Smith’s Mid-Atlantic guide covers laws and permits across Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, plus the best locations by state and region.

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