What is Dispersed?
Finding quality camping on public lands shouldn't require hours of research. Dispersed makes it simple with comprehensive USFS, BLM, and NPS campground data, community reviews, GPS coordinates, and premium Hidden Gems from real campers.
Problem
Users struggle with hours of research across multiple government sites to find camping spots, leading to scattered information and lack of consolidated reviews/GPS coordinates.
Solution
A digital platform (web/mobile app) that aggregates comprehensive USFS, BLM, and NPS campground data, including GPS coordinates, community reviews, and premium Hidden Gems curated by experienced campers.
Customers
Outdoor enthusiasts and weekend campers, RV owners, backpackers, and van-lifers seeking accessible, off-the-grid camping locations.
Unique Features
Exclusive 'Hidden Gems' crowd-sourced from campers, integration of official agency data with community insights, and offline accessibility for remote areas.
User Comments
Saves hours of research
Accurate GPS coordinates
Discover hidden campsites easily
Reliable user reviews
Essential for off-grid trips
Traction
Launched in 2023, integrated with USFS/BLM/NPS data sources, 10k+ active users (estimated from ProductHunt upvotes and comments), founder has 1.2k followers on X.
Market Size
Outdoor recreation accounted for $563 billion in U.S. consumer spending in 2022 (Outdoor Industry Association).
