Boondocking on Private Property
Learn about the laws and regulations for boondocking on private property, including camping on private property, Boondockers Welcome, Harvest Hosts.
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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...
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Is it Legal to Camp Overnight at an Abandoned Building?
Legally speaking, no it is not legal to camp overnight at an abandoned building, whether inside or outside. But that hasn't deterred many full time RVers and vehicle dwellers to park overnight at an abandoned gas station along the...
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Is Overnight Parking Allowed at a Shopping Mall?
Generally speaking no, overnight parking is not really allowed at a shopping mall. Shopping malls tend to have large security forces to the large acreage they cover and the need for malls to be a major retail and entertainment...
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Is it Illegal to Camp On Private Property Without Getting Permission?
Yes, it is illegal to camp on private property without getting permission. All states refer to this as "criminal trespass", and it is a criminal offense. A property owner can contact police and have you arrested, and you will...
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Can I Buy Land in a National Forest?
Yes, you can. You can buy land in just about any national forest. However, the U.S. Forest Service rarely sells plots of its own land. Instead, you can only buy existing plots of private property. These properties are...
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Is Harvest Hosts Legitimate?
Harvest Hosts is a legitimate way to camp overnight on private property while escaping the confines of Walmarts and rest areas. It is very expensive, however...
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Is Boondockers Welcome Illegal?
It depends. Boondockers Welcome might be illegal depending on the location being offered for parking, and depending on local ordinances. Many cities and counties have have laws on the books that would make it illegal for people to...
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Can You Legally Live in an RV on Your Own Land?
Yes, it is possible to legally live in an RV on your own land, but only depending on the city or county you live in. Most larger cities have enacted ordinances that require your RV to adhere to the same building codes...
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Can I Live in a Motorhome On My Own Land?
Maybe, or maybe not. It depends on the city or county. Most cities have laws against camping within their borders, with exceptions for RV parks and campgrounds. Anti-camping laws were created to help them deal with homeless sleeping...
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Is Camping on Your Own Land Illegal?
It depends on the city and county. Most medium to large cities have enacted laws to prevent home owners from creating eye sores within their neighborhood. They are particularly concerned about property owners using their land to...
