Public Use


In general, trust lands are open to the public for responsible recreational activities, including hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and off-highway vehicle riding. Unlike public lands, trust lands are not held in the public trust, rather, they are held in trust for 12 beneficiaries, defined and designated by Congress at statehood.  As such, recreational and other public access may be restricted, routes terminated, or areas closed at any time.

 

OPEN CAMPFIRES PROHIBITED
FIREWORKS ARE ALWAYS PROHIBITED ON TRUST LANDS

 

 

Remember public access is a privilege granted by trust land beneficiaries. Please be respectful and help to protect resources for trust beneficiaries and continued access.

Permits are required for all commercial use and some non-commercial use, including large group activities. Click on an activity to learn more:

Archaeology

Hiking

Rock Climbing

Cabin Sites

Horseback Riding

Seed Collection

Camping

Hot Air Balloon Events

Snowmobile Riding

Canyoneering

Hunting and Fishing

Social Gatherings

Christmas Trees

Jeep and 4×4 Events

Spelunking

Cross-Country Skiing

Metal Detecting

Target Shooting

Events

Mountain Bike Riding

Tour Operators

Filming and Photography

OHV Riding

Training Exercises

Firewood Collection

Paleontology

Weddings/Family Events

Guides and Outfitters

Race Events

Helicopter Tours

Rockhounding

Please view our Rights of Entry Handbook for additional information on permit requirements and Rights of Entry processes.

Find a complete list of prohibited and restricted uses on trust lands.

Trail Systems on Trust Lands
The following trail systems have been developed on trust lands: