Finding access to fenced DNR/BLM land

[BABALONGOGGLES]

There are a few places in Washington I'd like to take my metal detector to. However, I can't seem to find public access points. I read in a hunting thread that it's fine to cross barbed wire fencing as long as it's public land on both sides. Are you able to find a pullout on the side of the road to enter, or is this strictly forbidden. I've only looked on Google Street View, but there is a closed gate with a sign. I can't make out what the sign says though. Looks like one of those tow-away zone signs.

Additionally, is there a good map or other resource that shows exactly where the access points are?

 

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[traveller777]

There are a few places in Washington I'd like to take my metal detector to. However, I can't seem to find public access points. I read in a hunting thread that it's fine to cross barbed wire fencing as long as it's public land on both sides. Are you able to find a pullout on the side of the road to enter, or is this strictly forbidden. I've only looked on Google Street View, but there is a closed gate with a sign. I can't make out what the sign says though. Looks like one of those tow-away zone signs.

Additionally, is there a good map or other resource that shows exactly where the access points are?

What are you metal detecting for, if you do not mind me asking?

 

[BABALONGOGGLES]

What are you metal detecting for, if you do not mind me asking?

I think I found a couple homesites that happen to be on DNR land, and another I believe has potential to hold some interesting relics from the late 1850s.

 

[traveller777]

I think I found a couple homesites that happen to be on DNR land, and another I believe has potential to hold some interesting relics from the late 1850s.

That sounds interesting. I am not familiar with DNR laws about metal detecting and removal of anything which man may have used or made. I do know the laws on BLM property. Make sure you know the laws there, so you do not get in trouble. Knowing the laws and what is permitted may save you a world of trouble. Just trying to help you and save you some problems.