Golden sunrise in Panoche Hills during winter. Hilltops over 2,500 feet high offering scenic vistas of the lush San Joaquin Valley.

The Bureau of Land Management

The Bureau of Land Management's mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Spotlight News & Announcements

This is a curated collection of featured news items and stories, designed to provide an in-depth look into the daily work at the BLM.

Quick Facts

245

Million acres of public lands managed

43K

Recreation jobs supported with over 374k jobs overall

30%

Approximate percentage of Nation's minerals managed

$1.2

Economic contributions from Geothermal, Wind & Solar in billions