Metal Detecting in Nebraska

On state park land

Permission needed

Permission from the Game and Parks Commission, state park areas only.

163 NAC ch.5 s.001.14C · Checked 20 September 2026 · Consolidated code

1. The rule, in full

Nebraska – Title 163 NAC, Chapter 5, section 001.14C

Operative text:

"Use of metal detectors in State Parks and State Historical Parks is expressly prohibited except as herein provided."

Permitted year-round at designated state recreation area swimming beaches posted as open, with a 6:00-9:00 a.m. restriction from 22 May to 7 September. Hand-held devices only; hand tools capped at twelve inches by four.

Scope: State Parks, State Historical Parks and State Recreation Areas – Game and Parks Commission property.

Determination: state park land only. Does NOT reach municipal parks.

Source: Nebraska Administrative Code Title 163 (Game and Parks Commission), Chapter 5. Checked 19 Sep 2026.


2. Cities in Nebraska that publish a rule

Awaiting review. None of the city or county rows publishes until its status is set and its quotation chosen by hand.

3. County rules

Awaiting review. None of the city or county rows publishes until its status is set and its quotation chosen by hand.

4. Cities checked — no published rule

Awaiting review. None of the city or county rows publishes until its status is set and its quotation chosen by hand.

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