How are land use regulations for hikers?
Tricky to say the least. Private land is out of the question as it’s at the owner’s expense. Private property schemes vary between different regions, there are areas where it’s the norm while in others land is mostly public. Private property is usually fenced. There may be fences too on public land but there’s usually a way through when a trail meets one. Private property is usually marked as such and in principle should not be tresspassed. The mountains are usually public land. On public land, you’re free to travel and spend the night unless otherwise stated. That said, it’s not unsual to find “Camping prohibited” signs in easily accessible spots where people might be prompted to camp but hardly ever a distinction is made between camping, bivouac or dusk to dawn staying. Restrictions apply when the land is under some protection scheme. There are several of these: natural, regional and national parks, the latter being the highest protection figure. Again, travelling and spending the ni
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