Terms of Service

Last updated: June 8, 2026

Using Public Lands Map (publiclandsmap.com) means agreeing to these terms.

The service

Public Lands Map is a free, informational map of public-land ownership, management, and legally designated roads. An optional free account lets you save private places (campsites, water, hazards, and GPS tracks).

Informational only — not legal authority

This is the heart of the terms. The map is a rule-of-thumb, not a legal determination. A land color reflects the managing agency and the camping practice generally associated with it; it is never a guarantee that camping, motorized access, or any other activity is permitted at a given spot. Boundaries, seasonal closures, and local rules change. Verify current regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries with the managing agency before acting. Map data is drawn from public datasets (PAD-US, USFS MVUM, BLM, US Census, and similar), each with its own date and limitations — the existence of a road on the map is not permission to drive it.

Your account

You are responsible for activity under your account, and for saving only content you have the right to save. The service may not be used to break the law, to harm or disrupt the service, or to infringe the rights of others.

Availability and no warranty

The service is provided "as is," without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including accuracy, fitness for a particular purpose, or uninterrupted availability. Outdoor activity carries inherent risk; you are responsible for your own safety and decisions in the field.

Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Public Lands Map and its operators are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, or for any loss arising from reliance on the map's information or from use of the service.

Changes and termination

These terms may change; continued use means acceptance of the updated terms. Features may change or be discontinued at any time.

Contact

Questions about these terms: feedback@publiclandsmap.com. See also the Privacy Policy.