Delaware state parks
Managed by Delaware State Parks (DNREC). These are statewide rules; individual parks may post stricter ones. Federal land inside Delaware follows federal rules, and drones also follow FAA rules.
Metal detecting Designated areas only
Metal detecting is allowed only on ocean beaches east of the dune line during park hours. It is prohibited elsewhere. Artifacts may not be removed.
- Permit
- None on ocean beaches.
- Sources
- destateparks.com · regulations.delaware.gov
- Notes
- 7 Del. Admin. Code 9201.
- Verified
- 2026-10-21 · official text read
Confirm with the park before you go. Individual parks can post their own closures and rules.
Drones Designated areas only
Flying radio-controlled model aircraft, including drones, isn't permitted except in areas set aside and designated for that purpose. Landing any drone on Division land or water needs the Director's prior consent.
- Permit
- Designated areas only; Director's consent otherwise.
- Sources
- regulations.delaware.gov
- Notes
- 7 Del. Admin. Code 9201 §13. The old special-use-permit/fee details couldn't be confirmed (page 404).
- Verified
- 2026-10-21 · official text read
Confirm with the park before you go. Individual parks can post their own closures and rules.
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