Originally Posted by
spinnaker
You don't need to be "rich" to camp. If you can't even afford to camp then sorry you should not be touring. I don't car if you don't leave a trace. Staying on private property without permission (regardless of local laws) is trespassing and akin to stealing in my book. And if you indeed are breaking the law then you belong in jail. There you get to stay for free.
And for trails like the Katy (or any route popular with cyclists for that matter) it is way more than just using property without permission (even if you leave no trace) . It is about pissing off property owners and risking ruining things for your fellow cyclists. Stealth camping because "you can't afford" to pay for camping is awfully selfish. Stay home and get back to work if you can't afford to pay your way.