Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-64.2 - Use areas

Metal detector use in state parks and recreation areas is prohibited except in the following areas:

(1) Designated beach areas. From May 22 to September 7 each year, metal detectors may be used on designated beach areas from 4 a.m. to 11 a.m. each day. From September 8 to May 21 each year, metal detectors may be used on designated beach areas during the hours established in 571-subrule 61.10(10).
(2) Drained lakes. When an artificial lake has been drained or the water level lowered for any reason, metal detector use may be allowed during the hours established in 571-subrule 61.10(10) only after the lake bed has been thoroughly surveyed for archaeological resources and a survey report has been completed and approved by the state historic preservation office.

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Iowa Admin. Code r. 571-64.2
Adopted by IAB May 14, 2025/Volume XLVII, Number 23, effective 6/18/2025

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