Metal Detecting Hunts in Kansas
Kansas' listed event is the Topeka Treasure Hunters Club's Open National Hunt at Hoyt City Park, north of Topeka — a seeded hunt the club has hosted annually for over 50 years. It's open to everyone, no membership required, and lands in mid-May.
Upcoming hunts in Kansas
No Kansas hunts currently have announced upcoming dates — but see below: the state's hunts are annual, and this page updates as hosts publish next year's dates.
Recent hunts
- Topeka Treasure Hunters Club Open National Hunt — May 17, 2026, Hoyt, KS · Seeded hunt · hosted by Topeka Treasure Hunters Club. Annual open national seeded hunt at Hoyt City Park and Community Center — open to all, no club membership required.
Recurring hunts to watch
The Topeka club's Open National Hunt has run for over 50 consecutive years, always in May at Hoyt. Next year's flyer appears on the club site in early spring.
Detecting in Kansas: the short version
Organized hunts are the easy way in — the host has already secured land permission, and that's most of what your entry fee buys. Outside events, get landowner permission on private ground and check state and local rules for parks and beaches before digging. Seeded hunts are the friendliest start for beginners and kids; natural hunts reward experience. New to organized hunts? Start with the guide to metal detecting hunts and the FAQ.
Nearby states with listed hunts: Missouri, Oklahoma. Listings come from the DigRallies directory — dates and fees are checked against the hosts' own announcements, but always confirm with the host before traveling.