About US Public Lands
The US Federal Governments owns nearly 650 million acres of land - almost 30 percent of the land area of the United States. These are lands that are held for all Americans. US Public Lands allows you to quickly retrieve...
The US Federal Governments owns nearly 650 million acres of land - almost 30 percent of the land area of the United States. These are lands that are held for all Americans. US Public Lands allows you to quickly retrieve the boundaries of these properties without carrying physical maps, books, or digging deep online. Included in the app are on-device (fully works offline), individually selectable & beautifully colored map layers for most of the properties administered by the federal government: - Bureau of Land Management (BLM) - US Forest Service (FS) - National Park Service (NPS) - Army Corp of Engineers (ACOE) - US Fish & Wildlife Service - Bureau of Reclamation - Tennessee Valley Authority - Department of Defense (military bases & installations) - Other (National Laboratories, Test Sites, etc...) Key Benefits & Features - Know which US agency owns and operates the land you're on or are heading to. Use the "Layers" icon to select which agencies you want displayed to create your own custom map. (Hint, the toggles are color coded to the color each layer is displayed in.) - Links are provided to each agency's website within the app, so that you can further your research as to what land use rules apply for each public land type - such as permits, fees, activities allowed, and limits of stay. - Map layers are stored on device - no internet connection required. - Be sure to turn on the 'Basic' base map to see the US Public Land labels for each land area. This base map layer is also stored entirely on your device, and can be utilized if you do not have an internet connection or would like to conserve bandwidth. - If you have an internet connection (or have cached them before going out of signal), you can utilize the built in Apple Maps and satellite view maps as the base layer underneath the public land overlays. - A boondocker's assistant - While US Public Lands is not specifically a camp site locator and does not have a database of specific sites, by turning on the satellite view map, you can better scout out trails, roads and signs of dispersed camping locations within the boundaries of the public land resources. - Quickly toggle between 'Show' and 'Hide' via the "Map" icon to more clearly see satellite images below. - If you have GPS access on your device, click the 'Locate Me' icon to show your present location - know what type of land you're on right now! - Built in search tool locates anything on device maps supports (requires internet access) - including cities, states, zip codes, addresses and points of interest. A pin is dropped at the search location. Thank you to the Protected Area Database (PAD-US) of the U.S. Geological Survey for providing the public domain raw map data that we’ve been able to utilize to create this interactive overlayable mapping & navigation tool. We will update our maps in the future to stay in sync with improvements to this data set. Please note, the USGS PAD-US database contains the “most up-to-date aggregation of Federal lands and waters” available, but this database is still evolving and some locations may not be listed and others may not have precisely accurate boundaries. Resolution across the nation may vary. And always remember - there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. The US Public Lands app should only be used as an overview, and you should always confirm more precise details by consulting local field offices, administration websites, and other resources. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land.
Version History Updated maps to PADUS 4.1 Added ability to backup and restore pins. Added export feature so that pins can be imported into mapping software. 2026.3 Apr 1 Updated map data to current PAD-US version (4.0). 2024.7 07/19/2024 Updated the maps to reflect the latest PAD US map release.Removed some older notification dialogs. 2022.11 11/29/2022 New to US Public Lands this year - we have greatly improved the ability to place and manage your own custom pins on the map! Now you can add pins by using the search tool, by entering GPS coordinates, or by pressing and holding to drop a pin on the map. And the new pin manager lets you edit and name pins, and select which ones that you want to see displayed. Also new - if you also own our app ‘Coverage?’ which tracks cellular coverage maps, your pin collection is shared automatically between US Public Lands and ‘Coverage?’ - making it easier than ever to scout ahead. The Public Lands database powering the maps has also been updated with all the latest information from the U.S. Geological Survey. REMINDER: Even with the more detailed maps we rolled out in 2019, always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land. 2021.5 05/29/2021 This is the first update to US Public Lands in over four years, and the changes are huge! + Much more detailed & updated maps! (Read below for an explanation) + Full support for all the latest devices and screen sizes, including the iPhone X and iPad Pro. + Support for iPad split-screen multi-tasking. You can now use our app ‘Coverage?’ and US Public Lands to scout out remote boondocking spots and potential cellular coverage simultaneously! The original version of US Public Lands was based on the National Atlas of the United States of America, but this public domain data set was shortly thereafter discontinued and was no longer being updated. The new app has migrated to instead rely on the completely new Protected Area Database (PAD-US 2.0) of the U.S. Geological Survey for the public domain raw map data that we’ve been able to convert to create this interactive overlayable mapping & navigation tool. The PAD-US database is an active and evolving project - which means that we’ll be able to more frequently update this app with future enhancements and improvements. Please note, the USGS PAD-US database contains the “most up-to-date aggregation of Federal lands and waters” available, but this database is still evolving and some locations may not be listed and others may not have precisely accurate boundaries. We’ve in particular noticed some military bases that were charted in the old National Atlas which have not yet been added to the new database, and there are a few other minor omissions too. But overall the detail available in the new maps is VASTLY improved over the old. So while the original data set could be counted on to be no more accurate than 1-square mile of resolution, the data in the new release will vary in resolution across the nation (often much higher, but not always). But even with the more detailed maps: always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land. 2019.7 07/08/2019 This is a quick update to fully support iOS 8 and the higher resolution screens on the iPhone 6 and 6+. Every update resets the App Store app reviews, so please be sure to leave a new review after you upgrade. Thank you everyone for the incredible reception 'US Public Lands' has received! 2015.2 02/17/2015 2014.4 04/11/2014
Previous Versions
Here you can find the changelog of US Public Lands since it was posted on our website on 2016-09-26 06:42:52.
The latest version is 2026.3 and it was updated on 2026-10-12 19:59:59. See below the changes in each version.
US Public Lands version 2026.3
Updated At: 2026-10-08
Changes: Version History Updated maps to PADUS 4.1
Added ability to backup and restore pins.
Added export feature so that pins can be imported into mapping software. 2026.3 Apr 1 Updated map data to current PAD-US version (4.0). 2024.7 07/19/2024 Updated the maps to reflect the latest PAD US map release.Removed some older notification dialogs. 2022.11 11/29/2022 New to US Public Lands this year - we have greatly improved the ability to place and manage your own custom pins on the map!
Now you can add pins by using the search tool, by entering GPS coordinates, or by pressing and holding to drop a pin on the map. And the new pin manager lets you edit and name pins, and select which ones that you want to see displayed.
Also new - if you also own our app ‘Coverage?’ which tracks cellular coverage maps, your pin collection is shared automatically between US Public Lands and ‘Coverage?’ - making it easier than ever to scout ahead.
The Public Lands database powering the maps has also been updated with all the latest information from the U.S. Geological Survey.
REMINDER: Even with the more detailed maps we rolled out in 2019, always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land. 2021.5 05/29/2021 This is the first update to US Public Lands in over four years, and the changes are huge!
+ Much more detailed & updated maps! (Read below for an explanation)
+ Full support for all the latest devices and screen sizes, including the iPhone X and iPad Pro.
+ Support for iPad split-screen multi-tasking. You can now use our app ‘Coverage?’ and US Public Lands to scout out remote boondocking spots and potential cellular coverage simultaneously!
The original version of US Public Lands was based on the National Atlas of the United States of America, but this public domain data set was shortly thereafter discontinued and was no longer being updated. The new app has migrated to instead rely on the completely new Protected Area Database (PAD-US 2.0) of the U.S. Geological Survey for the public domain raw map data that we’ve been able to convert to create this interactive overlayable mapping & navigation tool.
The PAD-US database is an active and evolving project - which means that we’ll be able to more frequently update this app with future enhancements and improvements.
Please note, the USGS PAD-US database contains the “most up-to-date aggregation of Federal lands and waters” available, but this database is still evolving and some locations may not be listed and others may not have precisely accurate boundaries. We’ve in particular noticed some military bases that were charted in the old National Atlas which have not yet been added to the new database, and there are a few other minor omissions too. But overall the detail available in the new maps is VASTLY improved over the old. So while the original data set could be counted on to be no more accurate than 1-square mile of resolution, the data in the new release will vary in resolution across the nation (often much higher, but not always).
But even with the more detailed maps: always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land. 2019.7 07/08/2019 This is a quick update to fully support iOS 8 and the higher resolution screens on the iPhone 6 and 6+.
Every update resets the App Store app reviews, so please be sure to leave a new review after you upgrade.
Thank you everyone for the incredible reception 'US Public Lands' has received! 2015.2 02/17/2015 2014.4 04/11/2014
US Public Lands version 2024.7
Updated At: 2024-07-19
Changes: Jul 19, 2024
Version 2024.7
Updated map data to current PAD-US version (4.0).
US Public Lands version 2024.7
Updated At: 2024-07-19
Changes: Updated map data to current PAD-US version (4.0).
US Public Lands version 2022.11
Updated At: 2022-11-29
Changes: Nov 29, 2022
Version 2022.11
Updated the maps to reflect the latest PAD US map release.Removed some older notification dialogs.
US Public Lands version 2021.5
Updated At: 2021-05-29
Changes: May 29, 2021 Version 2021.5
New to US Public Lands this year - we have greatly improved the ability to place and manage your own custom pins on the map!
Now you can add pins by using the search tool, by entering GPS coordinates, or by pressing and holding to drop a pin on the map. And the new pin manager lets you edit and name pins, and select which ones that you want to see displayed.
Also new - if you also own our app ‘Coverage?’ which tracks cellular coverage maps, your pin collection is shared automatically between US Public Lands and ‘Coverage?’ - making it easier than ever to scout ahead.
The Public Lands database powering the maps has also been updated with all the latest information from the U.S. Geological Survey.
REMINDER: Even with the more detailed maps we rolled out in 2019, always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land.
US Public Lands version 2019.7
Updated At: 2019-07-08
Changes: Jul 8, 2019 Version 2019.7
This is the first update to US Public Lands in over four years, and the changes are huge!
+ Much more detailed & updated maps! (Read below for an explanation)
+ Full support for all the latest devices and screen sizes, including the iPhone X and iPad Pro.
+ Support for iPad split-screen multi-tasking. You can now use our app ‘Coverage?’ and US Public Lands to scout out remote boondocking spots and potential cellular coverage simultaneously!
The original version of US Public Lands was based on the National Atlas of the United States of America, but this public domain data set was shortly thereafter discontinued and was no longer being updated. The new app has migrated to instead rely on the completely new Protected Area Database (PAD-US 2.0) of the U.S. Geological Survey for the public domain raw map data that we’ve been able to convert to create this interactive overlayable mapping & navigation tool.
The PAD-US database is an active and evolving project - which means that we’ll be able to more frequently update this app with future enhancements and improvements.
Please note, the USGS PAD-US database contains the “most up-to-date aggregation of Federal lands and waters” available, but this database is still evolving and some locations may not be listed and others may not have precisely accurate boundaries. We’ve in particular noticed some military bases that were charted in the old National Atlas which have not yet been added to the new database, and there are a few other minor omissions too. But overall the detail available in the new maps is VASTLY improved over the old. So while the original data set could be counted on to be no more accurate than 1-square mile of resolution, the data in the new release will vary in resolution across the nation (often much higher, but not always).
But even with the more detailed maps: always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land.
US Public Lands version 2019.7
Updated At: 2019-07-08
Changes: 8 Jul 2019 Version 2019.7
This is the first update to US Public Lands in over four years, and the changes are huge!
+ Much more detailed & updated maps! (Read below for an explanation)
+ Full support for all the latest devices and screen sizes, including the iPhone X and iPad Pro.
+ Support for iPad split-screen multi-tasking. You can now use our app ‘Coverage?’ and US Public Lands to scout out remote boondocking spots and potential cellular coverage simultaneously!
The original version of US Public Lands was based on the National Atlas of the United States of America, but this public domain data set was shortly thereafter discontinued and was no longer being updated. The new app has migrated to instead rely on the completely new Protected Area Database (PAD-US 2.0) of the U.S. Geological Survey for the public domain raw map data that we’ve been able to convert to create this interactive overlayable mapping & navigation tool.
The PAD-US database is an active and evolving project - which means that we’ll be able to more frequently update this app with future enhancements and improvements.
Please note, the USGS PAD-US database contains the “most up-to-date aggregation of Federal lands and waters” available, but this database is still evolving and some locations may not be listed and others may not have precisely accurate boundaries. We’ve in particular noticed some military bases that were charted in the old National Atlas which have not yet been added to the new database, and there are a few other minor omissions too. But overall the detail available in the new maps is VASTLY improved over the old. So while the original data set could be counted on to be no more accurate than 1-square mile of resolution, the data in the new release will vary in resolution across the nation (often much higher, but not always).
But even with the more detailed maps: always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land.
US Public Lands version 2015.2
Updated At: 2014-04-11
US Public Lands version 2019.7
Updated At: 1970-01-01
Changes: 8 de jul. de 2019 Version 2019.7
This is the first update to US Public Lands in over four years, and the changes are huge!
+ Much more detailed & updated maps! (Read below for an explanation)
+ Full support for all the latest devices and screen sizes, including the iPhone X and iPad Pro.
+ Support for iPad split-screen multi-tasking. You can now use our app ‘Coverage?’ and US Public Lands to scout out remote boondocking spots and potential cellular coverage simultaneously!
The original version of US Public Lands was based on the National Atlas of the United States of America, but this public domain data set was shortly thereafter discontinued and was no longer being updated. The new app has migrated to instead rely on the completely new Protected Area Database (PAD-US 2.0) of the U.S. Geological Survey for the public domain raw map data that we’ve been able to convert to create this interactive overlayable mapping & navigation tool.
The PAD-US database is an active and evolving project - which means that we’ll be able to more frequently update this app with future enhancements and improvements.
Please note, the USGS PAD-US database contains the “most up-to-date aggregation of Federal lands and waters” available, but this database is still evolving and some locations may not be listed and others may not have precisely accurate boundaries. We’ve in particular noticed some military bases that were charted in the old National Atlas which have not yet been added to the new database, and there are a few other minor omissions too. But overall the detail available in the new maps is VASTLY improved over the old. So while the original data set could be counted on to be no more accurate than 1-square mile of resolution, the data in the new release will vary in resolution across the nation (often much higher, but not always).
But even with the more detailed maps: always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land.
US Public Lands version 2019.7
Updated At: 1970-01-01
Changes: 2019年7月8日 Version 2019.7
This is the first update to US Public Lands in over four years, and the changes are huge!
+ Much more detailed & updated maps! (Read below for an explanation)
+ Full support for all the latest devices and screen sizes, including the iPhone X and iPad Pro.
+ Support for iPad split-screen multi-tasking. You can now use our app ‘Coverage?’ and US Public Lands to scout out remote boondocking spots and potential cellular coverage simultaneously!
The original version of US Public Lands was based on the National Atlas of the United States of America, but this public domain data set was shortly thereafter discontinued and was no longer being updated. The new app has migrated to instead rely on the completely new Protected Area Database (PAD-US 2.0) of the U.S. Geological Survey for the public domain raw map data that we’ve been able to convert to create this interactive overlayable mapping & navigation tool.
The PAD-US database is an active and evolving project - which means that we’ll be able to more frequently update this app with future enhancements and improvements.
Please note, the USGS PAD-US database contains the “most up-to-date aggregation of Federal lands and waters” available, but this database is still evolving and some locations may not be listed and others may not have precisely accurate boundaries. We’ve in particular noticed some military bases that were charted in the old National Atlas which have not yet been added to the new database, and there are a few other minor omissions too. But overall the detail available in the new maps is VASTLY improved over the old. So while the original data set could be counted on to be no more accurate than 1-square mile of resolution, the data in the new release will vary in resolution across the nation (often much higher, but not always).
But even with the more detailed maps: always remember, there may be private unmapped inholdings within any public lands - so always pay attention to local signage, indications, and information. Do not solely rely on this app for determining if you are on public or private land.
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