Bureau of Land Management
Learn about camping and boondocking on BLM land
A Guide to Boondocking on BLM Land
Boondocking on BLM Land! Boondocking on BLM Land remains the most popular option for dispersed campers seeking free places to camp. While all BLM lands are focused in the western part of the United States, there is still more BLM land available for camping than all of the other federal land management agencies combined. BLM Boondocking Map This BLM Boondocking Map contains locations of free boondocking and free campgrounds where bloggers and YouTubers have produced detailed reviews. Click on a map marker to access their reviews… [AK] [AL] [AR] [AZ] [CA] [CO] [CT] [DE] [FL] [GA] [HI] [IA] [ID] [IL] ... Read more
How Close Can You Camp Next to a BLM Developed Campground?
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) does not currently dictate the minimum camping setback from a developed campground. There are no rules that specify how close you can camp next to a BLM developed campground. However...
Can You Buy BLM Land?
Yes, you can buy BLM land. The Bureau of Land Management does sell off parcels of land, though not very often. But, when the BLM puts up parcels of land for sale, you are allowed to make bids on them. Should you end up with...
Can I Ride a Gas-Powered Mini Bike on BLM Land?
Yes, you can ride a gas-powered mini bike on BLM land. You will, however, be required to keep that mini bike on established roads, trails, and clearings. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) does not allow you ride...
Is Nudity Permitted on BLM Land?
Yes, nudity is permitted on BLM Land. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) does not have any rules "in general" addressing nudity on their lands. However, each BLM state office, or field office, may at their discretion prohibit...
Can Canadians Purchase an LTVA Permit?
Yes, Canadians can purchase an LTVA permit. The Bureau of Land Management allows any visitor to purchase a permit at any of their Long Term Visitor Areas (LTVA), regardless of US citizenship.
Are Composting Toilets Allowed in LTVAs?
Yes, composting toilets are allowed in LTVAs as long as you camp within 500 feet of a restroom facility, or have an additional permanent waste holding tank of at least 10-gallons in size. Only a few of the Long Term Visitor Areas (LTVA) operated by the Bureau of Land Management have restroom facilities.
Is it Legal to Camp Anywhere on BLM Land?
Yes, for the most part, it is legal to camp anywhere on BLM land. However, there are certain places where it is either illegal by federal law, state law, or simply closed to the general public. As long as there is an established road...
Dispersed Camping Near Lake Havasu, AZ
Most dispersed camping near Lake Havasu, AZ is on land managed by the Bureau of Land Management to the north and south of the city. All of it is on the Arizona side of the Colorado River. These are very popular camping areas in the Winter...
LTVA Rules for Camping
Long Term Visitor Areas (LTVA) Rules for camping are established by the Bureau of Land Management for specific primitive camping areas located throughout Southern California and Arizona. LTVAs are popular camping locations...
