digital$0–30/yearused in 1 side quest
GPS mapping app with property layers
A smartphone app that overlays property boundary lines and ownership data onto GPS maps, showing exactly where public land ends and private parcels begin. Provides real-time proof of your legal position when questioned in the field.
What to look for
- 1Offline map download for areas without cell signal
- 2County parcel boundary layers (not just street maps)
- 3GPS accuracy indicator so you know your margin of error
- 4Free tier that includes basic property boundaries
Skip
- Apps requiring constant internet connection for map viewing
Used for: verifying you're on public land before foraging · showing authorities your documented position · planning routes that avoid private property
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