Top 10 places by state to survive off the land in USA

Tamara Lightheart044 mins
General Information
Surviving off the land requires access to fresh water, fertile soil, abundant natural resources, and a supportive environment for hunting, fishing, and foraging. Below is a list of the top 10 places by State in the USA that meet these criteria. You can also click on the following map to view these geographically:
Alabama 
  1. Bankhead National Forest: Abundant wildlife and water sources.
  2. Talladega National Forest: Rich in natural resources.
  3. Cahaba River: Excellent for fishing and fertile land.
  4. Little River Canyon: Abundant plant life for foraging.
  5. Conecuh National Forest: Remote with rich wildlife.
  6. Lake Guntersville: Good fishing and fertile land.
  7. Mobile-Tensaw Delta: Diverse ecosystems and resources.
  8. Oak Mountain State Park: Rich in wildlife and plant resources.
  9. Sipsey Wilderness: Abundant water and game.
  10. Cheaha State Park: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
Alaska
  1. Denali National Park: Vast wilderness and abundant wildlife.
  2. Kenai Peninsula: Rich fishing grounds and fertile land.
  3. Wrangell-St. Elias National Park: Diverse ecosystems.
  4. Kodiak Island: Excellent fishing and hunting.
  5. Matanuska-Susitna Valley: Fertile soil and rivers.
  6. Tanana Valley: Good hunting and foraging.
  7. Chugach National Forest: Diverse plant and animal life.
  8. Prince William Sound: Rich marine life.
  9. Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve: Excellent hunting.
  10. Kobuk Valley: Known for caribou herds.
Arizona
  1. Coconino National Forest: Diverse ecosystems and resources.
  2. Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest: Abundant water sources and wildlife.
  3. Tonto National Forest: Rich in plant and animal life.
  4. Prescott National Forest: Good for hunting and foraging.
  5. Kaibab National Forest: Abundant wildlife and plant resources.
  6. Gila River: Excellent for fishing and fertile land.
  7. Sonoran Desert: Unique foraging opportunities.
  8. Santa Catalina Mountains: Rich in diverse ecosystems.
  9. Chiricahua Mountains: Good for hunting and plant life.
  10. Mogollon Rim: Abundant natural resources.
Arkansas
  1. Ozark Mountains: Abundant wildlife and natural resources.
  2. Ouachita Mountains: Fertile soil and good hunting.
  3. Buffalo National River: Excellent hunting and fishing.
  4. Arkansas River Valley: Rich in resources and community support.
  5. Boston Mountains: Great for hunting and foraging.
  6. White River Valley: Fertile land and good fishing.
  7. Delta Region: Abundant wildlife and rich soil.
  8. Grand Prairie: Good for farming and hunting.
  9. Crowley’s Ridge: Rich natural resources.
  10. Greers Ferry Lake: Excellent fishing and wildlife.
California
  1. Sierra Nevada: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  2. Redwood National and State Parks: Abundant plant life and game.
  3. Yosemite National Park: Excellent foraging and hunting.
  4. Shasta-Trinity National Forest: Diverse wildlife and fertile land.
  5. Big Sur Coast: Rich marine and plant resources.
  6. Sequoia National Forest: Abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems.
  7. Mendocino National Forest: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
  8. Los Padres National Forest: Rich plant and animal life.
  9. Death Valley National Park: Unique foraging opportunities.
  10. Joshua Tree National Park: Rich in desert flora and fauna.
Colorado
  1. Rocky Mountain National Park: Diverse wildlife and plant life.
  2. San Juan National Forest: Abundant natural resources.
  3. White River National Forest: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  4. Gunnison National Forest: Rich ecosystems and wildlife.
  5. Arapaho National Forest: Abundant wildlife and plant resources.
  6. Pike National Forest: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
  7. Rio Grande National Forest: Diverse ecosystems.
  8. Uncompahgre National Forest: Rich in natural resources.
  9. Black Canyon of the Gunnison: Unique foraging and hunting.
  10. Mesa Verde National Park: Rich in plant and animal life.
Connecticut
  1. Litchfield Hills: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  2. Housatonic River Valley: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  3. Natchaug State Forest: Rich plant and animal resources.
  4. Pachaug State Forest: Abundant wildlife and natural resources.
  5. Salmon River State Forest: Good for fishing and hunting.
  6. Cockaponset State Forest: Rich in diverse ecosystems.
  7. Quinebaug River: Fertile soil and excellent fishing.
  8. Housatonic Meadows State Park: Abundant natural resources.
  9. Mohawk State Forest: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
  10. Sleeping Giant State Park: Rich in wildlife and plant life.
Delaware
  1. Redden State Forest: Abundant wildlife and plant resources.
  2. Trap Pond State Park: Excellent for fishing and foraging.
  3. Blackbird State Forest: Rich in diverse ecosystems.
  4. Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge: Abundant bird life and fish.
  5. Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge: Rich in natural resources.
  6. Cape Henlopen State Park: Coastal resources and fishing.
  7. Killens Pond State Park: Excellent for fishing and plant life.
  8. White Clay Creek State Park: Rich in wildlife and plant resources.
  9. Lums Pond State Park: Good for fishing and foraging.
  10. Brandywine Creek State Park: Rich in natural resources.
Florida
  1. Everglades National Park: Abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems.
  2. Ocala National Forest: Rich plant and animal life.
  3. Apalachicola National Forest: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  4. Big Cypress National Preserve: Abundant natural resources.
  5. Kissimmee River: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  6. Osceola National Forest: Rich in diverse ecosystems.
  7. Tate’s Hell State Forest: Abundant wildlife and plant resources.
  8. Blackwater River State Forest: Good for hunting and foraging.
  9. Lake Okeechobee: Rich fishing grounds.
  10. Withlacoochee State Forest: Diverse plant and animal life.
Georgia
  1. Chattahoochee National Forest: Rich in natural resources.
  2. Okefenokee Swamp: Abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems.
  3. Blue Ridge Mountains: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  4. Appalachian Mountains: Rich in plant and animal life.
  5. Oconee National Forest: Good for hunting and foraging.
  6. Savannah River: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  7. Chattahoochee River: Rich in diverse ecosystems.
  8. Cumberland Island: Abundant coastal resources.
  9. Flint River: Good for fishing and foraging.
  10. Tallulah Gorge State Park: Rich in natural resources.
Hawaii
  1. Big Island (Hawaii Island): Diverse ecosystems, rich soil for farming, and abundant fishing.
  2. Maui (Haleakalā National Park): Fertile land, diverse plant life, and good fishing.
  3. Kaua’i (Na Pali Coast): Abundant natural resources and excellent fishing.
  4. Moloka’i: Rich soil for farming and strong community support.
  5. O’ahu (Ko’olau Range): Fertile land and diverse ecosystems.
  6. Lanai: Remote with excellent hunting and foraging opportunities.
  7. Hana (Maui): Abundant natural resources and fertile soil.
  8. Waimea (Big Island): Excellent for farming and fishing.
  9. Kona (Big Island): Rich agricultural land and good fishing.
  10. Hilo (Big Island): Abundant water sources and fertile soil.
Idaho
  1. Sawtooth Valley: Excellent hunting, fishing, and fertile soil for gardening.
  2. Panhandle National Forests: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  3. Salmon River: Known for its fishing and remote living opportunities.
  4. Teton Valley: Fertile soil for farming and great hunting grounds.
  5. Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness: Vast wilderness for hunting and foraging.
  6. Hells Canyon: Abundant fishing and remote living opportunities.
  7. Payette National Forest: Rich in wildlife and natural resources.
  8. Owyhee Canyonlands: Remote with good hunting and foraging opportunities.
  9. Clearwater River Valley: Fertile soil and excellent fishing.
  10. Wood River Valley: Scenic with good hunting and gardening opportunities.
Illinois
  1. Shawnee National Forest: Abundant wildlife and fertile land.
  2. Starved Rock State Park: Rich natural resources and diverse plant life.
  3. Mississippi River Valley: Excellent fishing and fertile soil.
  4. Illinois River Valley: Good for farming and fishing.
  5. Kankakee River State Park: Rich in plant and animal resources.
  6. Cache River State Natural Area: Abundant wildlife and water resources.
  7. Rock River Valley: Fertile soil and good fishing opportunities.
  8. Matthiessen State Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  9. Pere Marquette State Park: Rich in natural resources and good for fishing.
  10. Apple River Canyon State Park: Abundant wildlife and fertile land.
Indiana
  1. Hoosier National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Brown County State Park: Fertile soil and diverse plant life.
  3. Turkey Run State Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  4. Indiana Dunes National Park: Rich coastal resources and diverse ecosystems.
  5. Patoka Lake: Good fishing and fertile land.
  6. Morgan-Monroe State Forest: Abundant wildlife and plant resources.
  7. White River Valley: Excellent for farming and fishing.
  8. Clifty Falls State Park: Rich in natural resources.
  9. Mississinewa Lake: Good for fishing and foraging.
  10. Yellowwood State Forest: Abundant wildlife and fertile soil.
Iowa
  1. Loess Hills: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  2. Driftless Area: Rich natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  3. Northeast Iowa (Mississippi River): Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  4. Yellow River State Forest: Abundant plant and animal life.
  5. Lake Red Rock: Good for fishing and foraging.
  6. Ledges State Park: Rich in natural resources.
  7. Big Sioux River Valley: Fertile soil and diverse ecosystems.
  8. Maquoketa Caves State Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  9. Rathbun Lake: Good fishing and fertile land.
  10. Spirit Lake: Abundant water resources and wildlife.
Kansas
  1. Flint Hills: Rich in natural resources and fertile soil.
  2. Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve: Abundant wildlife and diverse plant life.
  3. Kansas River Valley: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  4. Cimarron National Grassland: Good for hunting and foraging.
  5. Perry Lake: Rich in plant and animal resources.
  6. Tuttle Creek Lake: Good for fishing and foraging.
  7. Chase County: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  8. Big Basin Prairie Preserve: Excellent for hunting and diverse ecosystems.
  9. Wilson Lake: Good fishing and fertile land.
  10. Marais des Cygnes Wildlife Area: Rich in natural resources.
Kentucky
  1. Daniel Boone National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Land Between the Lakes: Excellent fishing and fertile soil.
  3. Red River Gorge: Rich in plant and animal life.
  4. Mammoth Cave National Park: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  5. Green River Valley: Good for farming and fishing.
  6. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area: Abundant wildlife and plant resources.
  7. Cumberland Gap: Rich in natural resources and good for foraging.
  8. Kentucky River Palisades: Fertile soil and abundant water sources.
  9. Lake Cumberland: Good fishing and fertile land.
  10. Pine Mountain: Abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems.
Louisiana
  1. Atchafalaya Basin: Abundant water resources and wildlife.
  2. Kisatchie National Forest: Rich in plant and animal life.
  3. Toledo Bend Reservoir: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  4. Honey Island Swamp: Diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife.
  5. Bayou Teche: Good for fishing and foraging.
  6. Tensas River National Wildlife Refuge: Rich in natural resources.
  7. Catahoula National Wildlife Refuge: Abundant plant and animal life.
  8. Pearl River Wildlife Management Area: Good for hunting and fishing.
  9. Sabine National Wildlife Refuge: Rich coastal resources.
  10. Lake Pontchartrain: Excellent fishing and diverse ecosystems.
Maine
  1. Aroostook County: Remote with fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  2. Moosehead Lake: Known for excellent fishing and hunting.
  3. Katahdin Area: Rich natural resources and remote living.
  4. Downeast Maine: Coastal resources and fertile soil.
  5. Rangeley Lakes: Abundant fishing and hunting grounds.
  6. Western Maine Mountains: Remote with excellent natural resources.
  7. Penobscot River Valley: Fertile soil and excellent fishing.
  8. Allagash Wilderness: Vast wilderness with rich hunting opportunities.
  9. Midcoast Maine: Coastal resources and fertile soil for gardening.
  10. Great North Woods: Remote with excellent hunting and foraging.
Maryland
  1. Garrett County: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife, ideal for hunting and fishing.
  2. Appalachian Mountains: Diverse ecosystems with fertile land and good foraging.
  3. Chesapeake Bay Area: Excellent for fishing and water-based resources.
  4. Western Maryland (Savage River State Forest): Remote with rich wildlife and natural resources.
  5. Catoctin Mountain Park: Abundant plant and animal life.
  6. Patuxent River State Park: Fertile soil and good hunting grounds.
  7. Gunpowder Falls State Park: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  8. Assateague Island: Coastal resources and abundant marine life.
  9. Seneca Creek State Park: Good for foraging and hunting.
  10. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge: Excellent fishing and diverse wildlife.
Massachusetts
  1. Berkshire Mountains: Rich in natural resources, fertile land, and abundant wildlife.
  2. Cape Cod National Seashore: Coastal resources and excellent fishing.
  3. Quabbin Reservoir Area: Fertile soil and abundant water sources.
  4. Martha’s Vineyard: Diverse ecosystems and good for foraging.
  5. Nantucket: Rich coastal resources and good fishing.
  6. Mohawk Trail State Forest: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  7. Plymouth County: Fertile land and good fishing opportunities.
  8. Wachusett Mountain State Reservation: Rich in plant and animal life.
  9. Blue Hills Reservation: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  10. Western Massachusetts (Mount Greylock State Reservation): Abundant wildlife and fertile soil.
Michigan
  1. Upper Peninsula (Porcupine Mountains): Remote with rich natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Northern Michigan (Traverse City): Fertile soil and excellent hunting and fishing.
  3. Huron-Manistee National Forests: Diverse ecosystems and rich in natural resources.
  4. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore: Coastal resources and abundant plant life.
  5. Isle Royale National Park: Excellent for fishing and remote living.
  6. Tahquamenon Falls State Park: Rich in wildlife and water resources.
  7. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: Abundant natural resources and good for foraging.
  8. Saginaw Bay: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  9. Muskegon River Valley: Good for farming and fishing.
  10. Ludington State Park: Diverse ecosystems and rich natural resources.
Minnesota
  1. Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness: Abundant water resources and wildlife.
  2. Superior National Forest: Rich in natural resources and excellent for hunting.
  3. Voyageurs National Park: Excellent fishing and remote living opportunities.
  4. Itasca State Park: Fertile soil and abundant plant life.
  5. North Shore of Lake Superior: Coastal resources and good fishing.
  6. Chippewa National Forest: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  7. St. Croix River Valley: Fertile land and excellent fishing.
  8. Whitewater State Park: Rich in plant and animal life.
  9. Big Bog State Recreation Area: Abundant wildlife and water resources.
  10. Lake of the Woods: Excellent fishing and remote living.
Mississippi
  1. De Soto National Forest: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Homochitto National Forest: Fertile soil and good for hunting.
  3. Tombigbee National Forest: Excellent for foraging and diverse ecosystems.
  4. Mississippi Delta: Rich soil and abundant plant life.
  5. Natchez Trace Parkway: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  6. Bienville National Forest: Abundant wildlife and fertile soil.
  7. Holly Springs National Forest: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  8. Grenada Lake: Good fishing and rich plant life.
  9. Ross Barnett Reservoir: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  10. Pascagoula River Basin: Diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife.
Missouri
  1. Mark Twain National Forest: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Ozark National Scenic Riverways: Excellent fishing and fertile soil.
  3. Lake of the Ozarks: Good for fishing and foraging.
  4. Current River: Abundant water resources and wildlife.
  5. Eleven Point River: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  6. Big Spring: Excellent for foraging and fertile soil.
  7. Table Rock Lake: Good fishing and fertile land.
  8. Merramec River Valley: Abundant plant and animal life.
  9. Hawn State Park: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  10. Taum Sauk Mountain State Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
Montana
  1. Bitterroot Valley: Fertile land for farming and access to rivers for fishing.
  2. Flathead Lake: Abundant fishing and fertile soil for gardening.
  3. Bob Marshall Wilderness: Vast wilderness areas for hunting and foraging.
  4. Gallatin Valley: Rich soil for farming and good hunting opportunities.
  5. Yellowstone River Valley: Excellent fishing and hunting resources.
  6. Swan Valley: Abundant wildlife and fertile land for small-scale farming.
  7. Beartooth Mountains: Remote areas with rich natural resources.
  8. Mission Valley: Fertile land and abundant water sources.
  9. Seeley-Swan Valley: Great for hunting and fishing with ample forest resources.
  10. Paradise Valley: Scenic with good hunting and fishing opportunities.
Nebraska
  1. Sandhills: Abundant grasslands and water resources.
  2. Niobrara River Valley: Excellent fishing and fertile soil.
  3. Platte River Valley: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  4. Omaha Reservation: Good for hunting and foraging.
  5. Pine Ridge: Abundant wildlife and natural resources.
  6. Missouri River Valley: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  7. Republican River Valley: Rich in plant and animal life.
  8. Lake McConaughy: Good fishing and water resources.
  9. Halsey National Forest: Rich in natural resources and good for foraging.
  10. Lewis and Clark Lake: Abundant water resources and wildlife.
Nevada
  1. Great Basin National Park: Remote with rich natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Lake Tahoe Basin: Fertile soil and excellent fishing.
  3. Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  4. Ruby Mountains: Rich in plant and animal life.
  5. Spring Mountains: Excellent for foraging and diverse ecosystems.
  6. Desert National Wildlife Refuge: Abundant wildlife and natural resources.
  7. Pyramid Lake: Excellent fishing and remote living.
  8. Black Rock Desert: Rich in unique plant and animal life.
  9. Walker Lake: Good fishing and water resources.
  10. Valley of Fire State Park: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
New Hampshire
  1. White Mountain National Forest: Abundant wildlife and natural resources.
  2. Lakes Region: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  3. Great North Woods: Rich in natural resources and good for hunting.
  4. Connecticut River Valley: Fertile soil and abundant plant life.
  5. Monadnock Region: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  6. Lake Winnipesaukee: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  7. Merrimack Valley: Rich in plant and animal life.
  8. Mount Washington Area: Abundant wildlife and diverse ecosystems.
  9. Squam Lake: Good fishing and fertile soil.
  10. Seacoast Region: Rich coastal resources and diverse plant life.
New Jersey
  1. Pinelands National Reserve: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area: Excellent fishing and fertile land.
  3. Wharton State Forest: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  4. Stokes State Forest: Abundant wildlife and plant life.
  5. Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge: Rich in natural resources and good for foraging.
  6. Bass River State Forest: Fertile soil and diverse plant life.
  7. High Point State Park: Excellent for hunting and fishing.
  8. Cheesequake State Park: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  9. Round Valley Reservoir: Good fishing and fertile land.
  10. Island Beach State Park: Rich coastal resources and marine life.
New Mexico
  1. Gila National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Carson National Forest: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  3. Lincoln National Forest: Rich in diverse ecosystems.
  4. Santa Fe National Forest: Abundant plant and animal life.
  5. Chama Valley: Fertile soil and excellent fishing.
  6. Jemez Mountains: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  7. Pecos Wilderness: Remote with excellent hunting and foraging opportunities.
  8. Rio Grande Valley: Fertile soil and abundant water resources.
  9. Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks: Rich in natural resources and diverse plant life.
  10. Valles Caldera: Abundant wildlife and rich ecosystems.
New York
  1. Adirondack Park: Vast wilderness areas with rich natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Catskill Mountains: Excellent for hunting, fishing, and foraging.
  3. Finger Lakes Region: Fertile soil and abundant water resources.
  4. Hudson Valley: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  5. Thousand Islands: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  6. Allegheny State Park: Abundant plant and animal life.
  7. Shawangunk Ridge: Rich in natural resources and good for foraging.
  8. Tug Hill Plateau: Remote with excellent hunting and diverse ecosystems.
  9. Lake George: Fertile soil and excellent fishing.
  10. Long Island Pine Barrens: Rich in plant and animal life.
North Carolina
  1. Great Smoky Mountains: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Blue Ridge Mountains: Fertile soil for farming and good hunting.
  3. Nantahala National Forest: Remote with excellent hunting and fishing.
  4. Pisgah National Forest: Rich in natural resources and community support.
  5. Appalachian Mountains: Great for hunting and foraging.
  6. Yadkin Valley: Fertile land and good fishing opportunities.
  7. Uwharrie National Forest: Remote with abundant wildlife.
  8. Foothills Region: Good for small-scale farming and hunting.
  9. Outer Banks: Coastal resources and fertile soil for gardening.
  10. Sandhills Region: Remote with excellent natural resources.
North Dakota
  1. Turtle Mountains: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Theodore Roosevelt National Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  3. Devils Lake: Fertile soil and excellent fishing.
  4. Pembina Gorge: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  5. Missouri River Valley: Good for farming and fishing.
  6. Lake Sakakawea: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  7. Sheyenne River Valley: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  8. J. Clark Salyer National Wildlife Refuge: Rich in plant and animal life.
  9. Killdeer Mountains: Remote with excellent hunting and foraging opportunities.
  10. Little Missouri River: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
Ohio
  1. Wayne National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Hocking Hills State Park: Fertile soil and diverse ecosystems.
  3. Cuyahoga Valley National Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  4. Grand River Wildlife Area: Rich in plant and animal life.
  5. Mohican State Park: Abundant wildlife and fertile soil.
  6. Maumee State Forest: Good for hunting and foraging.
  7. Lake Erie Islands: Excellent fishing and diverse ecosystems.
  8. Salt Fork State Park: Rich in natural resources and community support.
  9. Shawnee State Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich plant life.
  10. Zaleski State Forest: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
Oklahoma
  1. Ouachita National Forest: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Ozark Plateau: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  3. Wichita Mountains: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  4. Tallgrass Prairie Preserve: Abundant plant and animal life.
  5. Lake Texoma: Good for fishing and fertile soil.
  6. Broken Bow Lake: Excellent fishing and diverse ecosystems.
  7. Black Kettle National Grassland: Rich in natural resources.
  8. Red River Valley: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  9. Lake Eufaula: Good fishing and water resources.
  10. Beavers Bend State Park: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
Oregon
  1. Rogue River Valley: Fertile land for farming and abundant fishing.
  2. Willamette Valley: Known for its rich soil and diverse agriculture.
  3. Wallowa Mountains: Remote with excellent hunting and fishing.
  4. Umpqua National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  5. Deschutes River Valley: Good fishing and fertile land for small-scale farming.
  6. Columbia River Gorge: Rich in natural resources and good fishing.
  7. Crater Lake Area: Abundant wildlife and remote living opportunities.
  8. Mount Hood National Forest: Great for hunting, foraging, and small-scale farming.
  9. Three Sisters Wilderness: Scenic with good hunting and fishing opportunities.
  10. Tillamook State Forest: Rich in natural resources and remote living.
Pennsylvania
  1. Allegheny National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Pocono Mountains: Excellent for hunting, fishing, and foraging.
  3. Susquehanna River Valley: Fertile soil and abundant water resources.
  4. Laurel Highlands: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  5. Tioga State Forest: Abundant plant and animal life.
  6. Pennsylvania Wilds: Excellent for foraging and remote living.
  7. Delaware Water Gap: Rich in natural resources and good for fishing.
  8. Ricketts Glen State Park: Abundant wildlife and diverse plant life.
  9. Ohiopyle State Park: Good for hunting and foraging.
  10. Cherry Springs State Park: Excellent for stargazing, hunting, and foraging.
Rhode Island
  1. Arcadia Management Area: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Big River Management Area: Fertile soil and diverse ecosystems.
  3. Burlingame State Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  4. Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge: Rich in coastal resources and marine life.
  5. Colt State Park: Abundant plant and animal life.
  6. George Washington Management Area: Rich in natural resources.
  7. Beavertail State Park: Good for fishing and coastal foraging.
  8. Tillinghast Pond Management Area: Diverse ecosystems and fertile soil.
  9. Blackstone River Valley: Rich in plant and animal life.
  10. Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge: Abundant wildlife and coastal resources.
South Carolina
  1. Francis Marion National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Sumter National Forest: Excellent for hunting, fishing, and foraging.
  3. Congaree National Park: Diverse ecosystems and rich plant life.
  4. Blue Ridge Mountains: Fertile soil for farming and good hunting.
  5. Lake Marion: Good for fishing and fertile land.
  6. Santee River: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  7. Edisto River: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  8. ACE Basin: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  9. Savannah River: Fertile soil and abundant plant life.
  10. Hilton Head Island: Rich coastal resources and marine life.
South Dakota
  1. Black Hills National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Badlands National Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  3. Missouri River: Good fishing and fertile soil.
  4. Custer State Park: Rich in plant and animal life.
  5. Wind Cave National Park: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  6. Lake Oahe: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  7. Buffalo Gap National Grassland: Rich in natural resources.
  8. Spearfish Canyon: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  9. Pine Ridge Reservation: Good for hunting and foraging.
  10. Lake Sharpe: Excellent fishing and diverse ecosystems.
Tennessee
  1. Great Smoky Mountains: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Cumberland Plateau: Fertile soil for farming and good hunting.
  3. Cherokee National Forest: Remote with excellent hunting and fishing.
  4. Upper Cumberland Region: Rich in natural resources and community support.
  5. Appalachian Mountains: Great for hunting and foraging.
  6. Highland Rim: Fertile land and good fishing opportunities.
  7. Mississippi River Valley: Abundant wildlife and rich soil.
  8. East Tennessee Valley: Good for small-scale farming and hunting.
  9. Natchez Trace: Remote with excellent natural resources.
  10. Reelfoot Lake: Rich in fishing and wildlife opportunities.
Texas
  1. Big Bend National Park: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Hill Country: Fertile soil for farming and excellent hunting.
  3. Piney Woods: Rich in diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  4. Guadalupe Mountains: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  5. Llano Estacado: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  6. Chisos Mountains: Good for hunting and diverse ecosystems.
  7. Edwards Plateau: Fertile land and abundant wildlife.
  8. Rio Grande Valley: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  9. Sabine National Forest: Rich in plant and animal life.
  10. Davis Mountains: Remote with rich natural resources.
Utah
  1. Wasatch Range: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Uinta Mountains: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  3. Dixie National Forest: Diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  4. Zion National Park: Abundant plant and animal life.
  5. Grand Staircase-Escalante: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
  6. Fishlake National Forest: Rich in natural resources.
  7. Canyonlands National Park: Remote with abundant wildlife.
  8. Bear Lake: Good fishing and fertile soil.
  9. Capitol Reef National Park: Rich in plant and animal life.
  10. Bryce Canyon National Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
Vermont
  1. Northeast Kingdom: Remote with abundant wildlife and fertile soil.
  2. Green Mountain National Forest: Excellent hunting and foraging.
  3. Champlain Valley: Rich in agricultural land and good fishing.
  4. Mad River Valley: Fertile soil and good hunting opportunities.
  5. White River Valley: Abundant water sources and fertile soil.
  6. Otter Creek Valley: Rich in wildlife and excellent for farming.
  7. Stowe Area: Scenic with good hunting and fishing opportunities.
  8. Lamoille Valley: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  9. Deerfield Valley: Great for hunting and small-scale farming.
  10. Brattleboro Area: Rich in natural resources and community support.
Virginia
  1. Shenandoah Valley: Fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  2. Blue Ridge Mountains: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  3. George Washington National Forest: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  4. Appalachian Mountains: Abundant wildlife and rich plant life.
  5. Great Dismal Swamp: Diverse ecosystems and good for foraging.
  6. New River Valley: Good fishing and fertile land.
  7. Rappahannock River Valley: Rich in natural resources and community support.
  8. Allegheny Mountains: Abundant wildlife and rich plant life.
  9. Smith Mountain Lake: Excellent fishing and diverse ecosystems.
  10. Powhatan State Park: Fertile soil and abundant plant and animal life.
Washington
  1. Olympic Peninsula: Rich in natural resources and abundant wildlife.
  2. Cascade Range: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  3. Columbia River Gorge: Fertile soil and abundant water resources.
  4. San Juan Islands: Rich coastal resources and marine life.
  5. Mount Rainier National Park: Diverse ecosystems and rich plant life.
  6. North Cascades: Remote with abundant wildlife and natural resources.
  7. Skagit Valley: Fertile soil and good for small-scale farming.
  8. Spokane River Valley: Good fishing and rich plant life.
  9. Puget Sound: Rich in marine resources and diverse ecosystems.
  10. Gifford Pinchot National Forest: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
West Virginia
  1. Monongahela National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Greenbrier Valley: Fertile soil for farming and good hunting.
  3. Potomac Highlands: Scenic with excellent hunting and fishing.
  4. New River Gorge: Rich in natural resources and community support.
  5. Canaan Valley: Remote with fertile soil and abundant wildlife.
  6. Spruce Knob-Seneca Rocks: Great for hunting and foraging.
  7. Tygart Valley: Fertile land and good fishing opportunities.
  8. Shenandoah Valley: Rich in agricultural land and wildlife.
  9. Hatfield-McCoy Mountains: Remote with excellent hunting and foraging.
  10. Bluestone River Valley: Good for fishing and small-scale farming.
Wisconsin
  1. Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Door County: Excellent for fishing and fertile soil.
  3. Driftless Area: Rich in natural resources and diverse ecosystems.
  4. Northwoods: Abundant wildlife and excellent hunting opportunities.
  5. Kettle Moraine State Forest: Rich in plant and animal life.
  6. Apostle Islands: Rich coastal resources and marine life.
  7. Kickapoo Valley: Fertile soil and good for small-scale farming.
  8. Lake Superior Shoreline: Excellent fishing and water resources.
  9. Mississippi River Valley: Fertile land and abundant wildlife.
  10. Blue Mounds State Park: Rich in natural resources and good for foraging.
Wyoming
  1. Yellowstone National Park: Abundant wildlife and rich natural resources.
  2. Grand Teton National Park: Excellent for hunting and foraging.
  3. Wind River Range: Remote with diverse ecosystems and natural resources.
  4. Bighorn Mountains: Rich in plant and animal life.
  5. Shoshone National Forest: Excellent for foraging and hunting.
  6. Medicine Bow National Forest: Rich in natural resources.
  7. Devils Tower Area: Remote with abundant wildlife.
  8. Bridger-Teton National Forest: Good for fishing and diverse ecosystems.
  9. Jackson Hole: Fertile soil and excellent hunting opportunities.
  10. Red Desert: Rich in unique plant and animal life.
This list provides a wide range of options across various states for those looking to survive off the land, with access to essential resources like food, water, and shelter.
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