Land Access Mapper — Public Land Reference Guide
Find public land types, acreage, access tips, and official map resources by state. Covers National Forest, BLM, State Wildlife Areas, and Walk-In Access programs.
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Land Types Available
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Map Resources & Tools
General Access Tips
- 1. Always verify land ownership boundaries with a GPS app before hunting.
- 2. BLM and USFS land is generally open to hunting unless posted otherwise.
- 3. State trust land rules vary by state — some require permits, others allow walk-on access.
- 4. Walk-In Access areas change annually — download current maps each season.
- 5. Landlocked public land (surrounded by private) may still be legally accessible — research corner-crossing laws in your state.
Recommended Apps & Tools
- • onX Hunt — Best overall GPS hunting app with landowner data and offline maps.
- • Avenza Maps — Free georeferenced PDF map viewer for USFS and BLM maps.
- • USGS topoView — Free topo maps for terrain planning.
- • Google Earth Pro — Free satellite imagery for scouting terrain and access routes.
- • CalTopo — Advanced map layering with slope angle shading and print-to-scale.
About This Tool
This reference guide helps hunters quickly find public land types, acreage estimates, and official map resources for top western hunting states. Acreage figures are approximate and sourced from federal and state land management agencies.
Always confirm current access rules, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading into the field. Land management decisions can change access status with little notice.