YES! You do not need a license or any permission to metal detect on OCโs beaches, but it is prohibited in the National Park on Assateague and allowed between Labor Day and Memorial Day in the state park on Assateague Island. ย You can obtain written permission from the Park Manager in the State Park if you want to use a metal detector during the high tourism season.
The Ocean City beach is 10 continuous miles of all sand, has a large number of daily visitors, and get frequent coastal storms, which is all great for metal detecting.ย ย
If you have lost an important piece of jewelry or metallic item on your visit to the beach, try contacting one of the local metal detecting specialists on theringfinders.com.ย Many have high success rates on finding your item for a very reasonable fee.ย