Are you missing out on hidden points of interest in your hunts? Whether you're metal detecting, looking for bottles, searching for arrowheads, or exploring while hiking, the USGS National Map Viewer and its LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) features can help you uncover terrain features that are invisible to the naked eye. Here's the link: USGS NATIONAL VIEWER
How LIDAR Helps You Find More Treasure
LIDAR scans strip away vegetation and reveal topographical changes, exposing old trails, home foundations, riverbeds, and potential dig sites. Using high-resolution elevation data, you can identify spots rich with history and artifacts—perfect for metal detecting, relic hunting, and outdoor exploration.
How to Use the USGS National Map Viewer
- Visit the USGS National Map Viewer – Access the LIDAR data overlay.
- Search Your Area – Zoom in to locate elevation changes, hidden paths, or depressions.
- Mark Potential Sites – Use the findings to plan your next treasure hunt or outdoor adventure.
Watch It in Action!
I just posted a quick tutorial showing how I use the USGS National Map Viewer for treasure hunting. Watch it on TikTok, YouTube.
If you're serious about finding buried treasure, historic artifacts, or forgotten sites, LIDAR is a game-changer. Try it out and let me know what you discover!