| This dissertation explores the history of theconcept of freedom to roam and the perceptions of stakeholders engaged with issues concerning open space.More specifically, it looks at these stakeholders’ perceptions to changing land access within the state of Idaho and the possibility of some manner of incorporatingthe idea of freedom to roam.As such, the main questions to be addressed are: What are the views of key role players in Idaho concerning access to undeveloped lands within the state? And, dothey believe there is support for some middle point between private property and a freedom to roam policy within the state of Idaho? Key individuals working indirectly or directly with some manner of freedom to roam policy were interviewed. D.F. Development land closures in Idaho and the 2018 new trespass law were key topics evaluated. More specifically, this dissertation recognizes that Idahoans do need to respect private property, yet aims to examine if there is a middle point between private property closure and freedom to roam that can help resolve current land use disputes?Key Words: freedom to roam, land access, land use, Idaho, D.F. Development, trespass law, undeveloped land |