36 CFR 5.14 - Prospecting, mining, and mineral leasing.

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 09, 2026

Title 36 - Parks, Forests, and Public Property last revised: Jan 28, 2026

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§ 5.14 - Prospecting, mining, and mineral leasing.

Prospecting, mining, and the location of mining claims under the general mining laws and leasing under the mineral leasing laws are prohibited in park areas except as authorized by law.

authority: 54 U.S.C. 100101,100751,320102

source: 31 FR 16660, Dec. 29, 1966, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 36 CFR 5.14