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Magnet Fishing in South Carolina

[Updated April 2024]

In South Carolina magnet fishing is illegal due to the South Carolina Underwater Antiquities Act , the South Carolina Institute of Archeology summarizes it as "Activities such as Magnet Fishing are prohibited in South Carolina waterways and SCIAA does not issue Hobby Licenses for this potentially destructive practice. The South Carolina Underwater Antiquities Act does not allow for indiscriminate collection of artifacts using equipment that is deployed from the surface of the water, including use of tethered rakes, scoops, or magnets."


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South Carolina Magnet Fishing Laws & Regulations


[Updated April 2024]

In South Carolina magnet fishing is illegal due to the South Carolina Underwater Antiquities Act , the South Carolina Institute of Archeology summarizes it as "Activities such as Magnet Fishing are prohibited in South Carolina waterways and SCIAA does not issue Hobby Licenses for this potentially destructive practice. The South Carolina Underwater Antiquities Act does not allow for indiscriminate collection of artifacts using equipment that is deployed from the surface of the water, including use of tethered rakes, scoops, or magnets."


Be sure to read our post on  What to Do If You Find a Gun Magnet Fishing  for guidance on legal, safety, and ethical implications.




Checkout our reviewed selection of magnet fishing gear to get outfitted for your next trip, or our guides on the  best magnets  and  best magnet fishing kits  to make your adventure one to remember. Also take a look at the Found Treasure page to see some of the interesting magnet fishing finds across the country. Remember  safety first  and to properly  dispose  of what you don't keep.

Magnet fishing clubs in South Carolina

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Author: Will Flaiz

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