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Find legal bushcraft land near you

Enter your zip code to see National Forest and BLM land within ~100 miles. Both allow dispersed camping and bushcraft practice — no permit required in most areas.

Public land nearby

National Forest — dispersed camping legal
BLM land — dispersed camping legal
National Forests and BLM land will appear here after you search. Both allow dispersed camping — meaning you can camp anywhere not explicitly prohibited, usually for free.

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Always verify rules before you go. Dispersed camping rules, fire restrictions, and seasonal closures vary by forest and change throughout the year. Check with the local ranger district or fs.usda.gov / blm.gov before your trip.