Hodge Road. Drive past Hodge the drive time is well worth avoiding the morons that shoot there. I can see why the BLM would shut this down. Access to public lands must be on public roads. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. There are many opportunities for hiking, rock scrambling, rock hounding, plant viewing, bird and wildlife watching. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE), FIREARMS FAQS (State of California Department of Justice), QUICK TIPS FOR RESPONSIBLE SHOOTING (TREAD LIGHTLY! How far in do you go and are campfires allowed? north of the 58 off meadow drive rd. Caltrans officials tweeted about two hours later that southbound lanes had reopened, while the northbound lanes remained closed at Hodge Road, which is roughly 5 miles south of Sidewinder. It was a very spur of the moment outing a discussion that there was an outdoor shooting area near Barstow at breakfast with friends, deciding we had nothing else to do, gathering all our stuff, and driving out. We arent talking just a little, we are talking about so much that is was disgusting. How do you replace your targets if people near you keep shooting? Dozens of signs scattered around the Hodge Road site greeted Dan Harley, a recreational shooter from Apple Valley, when he ventured there last month to do some shooting. Oh wow! When there are tons of shotgun shells littering the BLM shooting sites it really takes away from the fun of visiting said sites, it's obvious that too many people just don't care, they act like it's there own back yard to do as they please with total disregard for the next guy/gal. "I said, 'Well, I think I got shot. We went with a rake and bags, cleaned up a large area (a drop in the bucket) did our shooting and then cleaned up our crap. Every time I visit BLM land I take 4 to 5 extra trash bags cause I know I'm gonna have to clean up someone else's mess as well as my own. If you travel further in its really nice. Will post when I recieve it. DEEP MINE SHAFTS EXIST IN THE RIDING AREA! The area has trails for every level from expert riders to beginners. That junk is disgusting! (This is sarcasm.). PLEASE AVOID THESE AREAS AND STAY AWAY FROM MINE SHAFTS! Good news, you got out alive!! Christanne C. 10/02/21. A lock ( I'll prob take a day off and go during a Monday or Thursday or Friday so it isn't too crowded (I don't have a 4x4, or even a crossover). Anyways she said Rifle pistol and shot gun are ok north of the 58 and 40. What days are Hodge Road Shooting Area open? Unfortunately I believe there is nothing you can do. on official, secure websites. Hodge Road is a decent shooting area, I too have taken away several bags and bundles of garbage from there. Protect yourself by wearing safety equipment. Please check the map on-site to make sure you stay in the riding area. I was out there last weekend and there were quite a few people set up and shooting. Collaborative Action and Dispute Resolution, Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting, California Department of Fish and Wildlife Hunting Regulations, California hunting license is required to hunt within the State of California, California Department of Fish and Wildlife, nonlead ammunition to be used when taking any wildlife with a firearm anywhere in the state, BLM Field Office having jurisdiction over the area, California Department of Fish and Wildlife Fishing Regulations, BLM sells Surface Management Status maps (in the desert regions these maps are also called Desert Access Guides), BLM office havingjurisdiction over that area, CALIFORNIA HUNTING INFORMATION (DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE), HUNTING GAME, BIG AND SMALL (U.S. Home . That is what kept going through my mind, this could have been a lot worse," said Stadelman. Click here for information regarding current California fire and target shooting restrictions. Going to take a new shooter there; while I'm really good with keeping a very close hand on them I always feel like they do better in a lower stress environment with a lot less people in close proximity. It is unlawful for a person to intentionally discharge a firearm or release an arrow or crossbow bolt over or across a public road or other established way open to the public in an unsafe and reckless manner. "There was nobody around me. Bureau of Land Management 14 million acres available for hunting and recreational shooting 350 miles of river available for fishing Remember, it is YOUR responsibility to know the laws and regulations - all federal, state, and county regulations apply to public lands. Once you have selected a possible location, and priorto your trip, check with theBLM office havingjurisdiction over that areafor current conditions,regulations, fire hazard closures and otherinformation. Crappy Weather/ Days off just not lining up for Coyotes. I'm not sure which agency has control over this area. Predator Hunting (Coyote, Bobcat, Fox, Wolf, Cougar, etc. From what i can see its mostly big targets and lots of shotgun shells everywhere. I will miss the range I went to for years in Rosamond. Camping is allowed anywhere within the riding area that does not block travel on a road. It was windy and very crowded. Best. Explain your call to action or hide this element by clicking the option on the right panel, If you are out for some recreational target practice please follow the following 4 rules:a. Hodge Road Shooting Area. Lets keep it that way. Persons on an ATV under 14 years of age must be supervised by a parent/guardian. In addition, wear hunter orange when required. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The map I got from the sheriffs was different. I see, I did some research before I posted and apparently some just say no, even though it isn't true but I'll give it a shot, thanks. I would like to thank the sheriffs Dept Apple valley and BLM they were both more than helpful. Look at this Indexand this Deer Hunting Zones Map. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. I really don't know how they could have made that mistake," he said. Haven't shot since March and feeling the itch. Oh Barb! I see; many thanks! Map Information, Interactive Visitor Map: San Bernardino National Forest. Public lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) are available for a variety of undeveloped recreational activities, including target shooting, except where prohibited by federal, state, and local laws. It seemed like it appeared out of nowhere. Copyright Jesse's Hunting & Outdoors L.L.C. It becomes a dirt road about a quarter mile from freeway. Dirt roads are not for all vehicles. JavaScript is disabled. Obviously the family dogs had it coming. other than that, waiting on more info. my buddy is getting his sks monday the 16 and we want to run some rounds through it. Out-of-state OHV users must comply with all California rules and regulations, which are available at. Share sensitive information only Most visitors access the area to the east, off Interstate 15 at the Outlet Center Drive Exit (Sidewinder Road) or at the Hodge Road Exit, to the south on I-15. She was very nice too. I have to wait until all the info is in before I make a statement. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. It just does'nt show all the exits on the highways. Shell casings were EVERYWHERE! Unless specifically prohibited, public lands managed by BLM are open to hunting underCalifornia Department of Fish and Wildlife Hunting Regulations. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. It was at the top of the hill people were shooting into. My normal shooting spot is Steele Peak, but it's been closed due to fire restrictions. Went here today around 7:30am. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. The area offers diverse landscapes for OHV recreation, including steep rocky mountains, rolling hills, open valleys, and winding sandy washes. Official websites use .gov 10/2/2021 Christanne C. Went here today around 7:30am. You can call the BLM office for that area. Hi Ozzie, thanks for the info. Dozens of signs scattered around the Hodge Road site greeted Dan Harley, a recreational shooter from Apple Valley, when he ventured there last month to do some shooting. Know your target and what is beyondNote: Remember to bring eye and ear protection. TheBLM sells Surface Management Status maps (in the desert regions these maps are also called Desert Access Guides)that can be helpful in locating public lands. I dont see what the deal is, there is plenty of places to have a back stop. What ever happend to going for a drive in the hills and plinking? Also BLM area versus private property. There are designated spots near Calico. You should also ensure that he or she is permitted by the BLM to conduct business on public lands. Guess I will stick to shotgun there. I look at it as my way of cleaning up the environment. BLM website says it doesnt have any designated shooting sites. Stadelman believes he was shot by accident with a bullet that traveled from across the freeway where a shooting range is located. Mon: . I would like to thank the sheriffs Dept Apple valley and BLM they were both more than helpful. Camping is limited to a maximum of 14 consecutive days. A lock ( United States. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. going out for the first time to hodge in a few weeks, is it best to shoot in the north side or south side of west hodge road? If you have questions on areas that may be appropriate for hunting, you are encouraged to contact theBLM Field Office having jurisdiction over the area. "I was maybe 2 feet behind my trailer ready to open the doors and then my shoulder starting hurting. A known spot to locals, it can be crowded in the weekends. Thanks for cleaning up after our fellow trashy humans. Does anyone k ow if this place is still open? Publiclands.org land search. Anyway the point is, Californians never appreciate what they got until it has been taken from them. Why cant they just leave us alone?I bet the shooting areas they slected you cant get a target over 100 yards! "If it was a couple inches higher or a couple inches to the left or right. Press J to jump to the feed. Possible by car, truck strongly recommended. Not all public land parcels have public access. Motorized vehicles should yield to non-motorized craft and aircraft. I was so disappointed to see what a mess people leave behind. According to the old "shotguns only" map it appears that if you go a significant distance from the interstate behind the hill (high clearance required) you would be in a legal area for rifle shooting. Practice proper rifle and archery safety. People can be such pigs! The desert is a huge place with many miles of open BLM land to shoot on. Set up and organize shoots and meets and share your shooting range stories. There were a lot of people and cars . Of all the hills out there the BLM had to do a land exchange with Hodge. I had no idea how or what was going on.". I'm hoping to avoid crowds by going on a weekday. The experiences are as varied as the landscapes. Public Lands in California offer a wide variety of recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing and recreational target shooting. If you venture off the main road, you can run into some real problems with ground clearance and sand. Make sure to never dry-fire a bow, use proper arrows that you store in a quiver and stay alert around broadheads. Be on the lookout for other people and potential risks. You are going to have to drive a little more north on the I15 to find a spot to shoot. Theres really nothing to burn out there, other than trash left behind. Some areas may . Always wear proper hearing protection and safety glasses. Have fun!