BLM Boondocking

   Another beautiful boondocking and gathering spot for the rubber tramps, found by Bob of Cheaprvliving .

  There are three different types of BLM boondocking. Long Term Visitor Areas, found in California, Arizona and Nevada, require the purchase of a 180.00 permit which allows you to stay from September 15 to April 15. A short term permit, which costs $40.00, is also available for these areas. It’s good for 14 days and may be renewed. Other BLM boondocking areas, located in most of the western states, are completely free of charge but have a 14 day limit. After that time you must relocate.The rules are slightly different in each state so check the BLM site for the state where you are camping.

  This free camping spot that Bob found is surrounded by private land but very close to Yuma. In a situation like this, the only way to be sure that you’re on BLM land is to have a very detailed map. The maps are available online or at a BLM office.  Each map covers just a small area ( California has 104 separate maps!) so just buy the maps for areas that you are really interested in visiting.