Flying Drones on Public Land

Learn the laws and regulations for flying drones on public land, including BLM land, national forests, national parks, and state owned land.

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Can You Fly Drones in a National Forest?

Yes, you can fly drones in a national forest and national grassland. The U.S. Forest Service does not prohibit flying drones over much of its lands. There are a handful of exceptions which we have outlined below. But for the...