State and local governments have their own rules. Many states—including Arkansas and California—prohibit nearly all foraging on state-owned lands. But other states—such as Alaska and Hawaii—tend to allow the practice. New York City, like many municipalities, prohibits all foraging in city parks.

Is foraging illegal UK?

It is not legal to forage on any cultivated area such as farm land or orchards unless with the owner's permission. Use common sense and have respect for the plants and the area you are picking in! ... They are there for the good of the plants we all love.

Can you forage anywhere?

Is it possible to forage in London? Yes - but be careful where you forage. Foraging in London's Royal Parks is forbidden, and in 2018 the Royal Parks Charity said there was a 600 per cent increase in the number of foraging incidents in its park within a year and 35 police warnings were issued in 2017.