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Columbia Metal detectors and geocaching ordinance (§ 17-133)

Chapter 17: Parks and Recreation · Article IV. Conduct Regulations

It shall be unlawful to use metal detectors in a park without a permit. It shall be unlawful to place and leave caches or other containers for the purpose of geocaching or treasure hunting in a park without a permit.

Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 17-133

Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).

Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.