Metal Detecting Hunts in South Carolina
South Carolina's listed event is Nugget Noggin LIVE in Rock Hill — a one-day seeded silver and treasure hunt hosted by YouTuber Nugget Noggin at Westminster Park, with buried silver, prize tokens, and over 100 prizes including six metal detectors. It's a premium-fee, big-field event and one of the few creator-hosted hunts in the country.
Upcoming hunts in South Carolina
No South Carolina 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
- Nugget Noggin LIVE 2026 — May 2, 2026, Rock Hill, SC · Seeded hunt · hosted by Nugget Noggin (YouTube/Independent). One-day seeded silver coin and treasure hunt hosted by YouTuber Nugget Noggin at Westminster Park.
Recurring hunts to watch
Nugget Noggin LIVE has become an annual spring event. Tickets go up on the ticketing page months out and sell fast — follow the Nugget Noggin YouTube channel for the announcement.
Detecting in South Carolina: 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: North Carolina. Listings come from the DigRallies directory — dates and fees are checked against the hosts' own announcements, but always confirm with the host before traveling.