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How Many Days Can You Camp on BLM Land?
How many days you can camp on BLM land depends on each BLM State Office and each BLM Field Office. Each of these offices are free to establish their own camping limits. Despite this, most offices adopt the "14-Day Rule"...
Is Boondocking Illegal?
Boondocking is not illegal on public lands. It's actually encouraged by local, state, and federal agencies as a way to relieve crowding at developed campgrounds. These agencies, however, do have rules for boondocking, just like...
Boondocking in National Parks – How and Where?
Boondocking in national parks starts out as the goal of most would-be boondockers, but ends up becoming the biggest disappointment due to the lack of available space. The National Park Service (NPS) generally does not allow boondocking in any of its parks, though it does...
Is the National Parks Pass Worth Buying for a Boondocker?
The National Parks Pass may not be worth buying if you're a boondocker, mostly because the National Park Service offers few boondocking opportunities. However, it may still be useful for purposes of visiting parks and using their...
Are Airstream Trailers Better for Boondocking?
No, Airstream Trailers are not better for boondocking than most other trailers, but they're still a pretty good boondocking trailer. It's not that Airstream Trailers are better suited for boondocking, they are about as reliable (or unreliable) as many other trailer brands on the market. But there are...
What Types of BLM Lands Are There?
The Bureau of Land Management administers the bulk of federally-owned lands in the United States, and because there is so much of it, they have to classify certain parts of these lands into various categories. These categories come...
Must Dogs Be Kept Leashed When Boondocking?
It depends on the jurisdiction. Some land management agencies require dogs to always be leashed or caged, while others will allow dogs off-leash as long you have them under your command...
How Can I Boondock Close to Town?
Some campers prefer to boondock close to town. While boondocking generally means camping far enough away from civilization to be free of urban influence, most boondocking is still within 30 minutes of a town large enough...
Will I Get Attacked by Wild Animals When Boondocking?
Generally, no, you will not get attached by wild animals when boondocking. This is a myth perpetuated by movies and TV shows for drama and laughs...
Can I Shoot My Gun on Public Lands?
Discharging firearms on federal lands can be legal or illegal depending on the jurisdiction. If you're looking for a place for RV boondocking where you can freely shoot your guns, be aware of what federal administrative authority...
