Montana state parks
Managed by Montana State Parks (FWP). These are statewide rules; individual parks may post stricter ones. Federal land inside Montana follows federal rules, and drones also follow FAA rules.
Metal detecting Permit / permission needed
Metal detecting requires written authorization, and disturbing soil or cultural resources is prohibited.
- Permit
- Written authorization.
- Sources
- myfwp.mt.gov
- Notes
- ARM 12.8.802.
- 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
Drones are prohibited except in areas the park manager designates, or with a commercial or special use permit.
- Permit
- Permit outside designated areas.
- Sources
- myfwp.mt.gov
- 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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