Thanks so much for this review of US Public Lands, Kyle! We super appreciate it. However, it should definitely be noted that this app is NOT intended to be accurate enough to determine if you're legally on land you can camp on. For one, from our app's description: "Please note, the National Atlas maps only report to the nearest 640 acres (or about a square mile). This is obviously not detailed enough to be precise around borders, or for determining where private inholdings within public lands are located. US Public Lands should only be used as an overview, and you should always confirm more precise details by consulting more detailed maps, local field offices or the websites links with in the app." And next - the app simply indicates who might own the land. There could very well be local laws that allow or disallow camping (or whatever activity you're considering - this isn't specifically just for camping). Basically, please use the app just as an overview in your overall scouting out and planning process. You definitely need to also do your research and check with local field offices and/or the websites of the organization who owns the land.
Is there a video that shows the app? I've downloaded 4 apps that don't do what I want. I can't tell what the app does by watching 5 minutes of looking at your face.
Hi Teddy.. yes, the app was designed to work offline. All of the overlays are downloaded to your device. If you have the maps cached already to your phone, then they will appear. If you don't, then that's what the basic outline map is for - that one is local. - Cherie / Technomadia, App Creator
The picture you showed was missing a bunch of federal land that I know about, so I have to question how accurate it is with missing data. If I pay for something I would expect it to show everything.
I thought about this app, except have read numerous reviews indicating this app ranges from inaccurate to highly inaccurate. A couple reviewers put the app to test on land they new to be private, including one reviewers own property and the app indicated it was public land. It sounds like while it may work in some cases , you can't rely on it if you want to insure you are not on private property. For $2.99 I would hope for more accuracy.
We actually very clearly state in the app description that you should NOT rely on it. It's for general overview planning only. The public domain maps we use are only accurate to 1 mile unfortunately - so private inlands are not picked at that resolution. Kyle a bit overstated using the app for making sure you're legally on the right land. You should ALWAYS double check before heading out, and of course if land looks private (ie. there's a house nearby) - you shouldn't be there.
I dont understand the inaccuracies.... they have a map that's inaccurate? I need to learn more, for sure ! I do so appreciate all the help and advice. These folks that do these videos are a Godsend! Thank you!!! God bless
