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Typically, yes, 7 days/week, sun up to sun down, however, access is closed, because of fire danger, till further notice. We'll post it when it's open in the Wolf Creek thread.
The range is open all daylight hours, normally. But with the fire danger? And there have reportedly been gates put up that won't allow you to drive to the ranges because of the forest being closed to recreation at this time. I'd say at this time it's not a good idea to go shooting out there until after some good rain.
It's not advised as there is a lot of litter from skeet shooting. It also poses a safety hazard as there may be shooters elsewhere that a non-linear muzzle direction could endanger. Best keep the skeet to Hillsboro Trap & Skeet Club - Home Page and the platforms at Sauvie Island...
On Google it says it's closed and on Oregon.gov it says it's closed as of 3/11/2020 for timber work going on in the area does anyone know if it's still closed or has the closure been lifted?
Is anyone planning to go out to there anytime soon, say this month (July 2020)? I live near Hillsboro and have been wanting to check it out and try out my new electronic headset and my old FN-FAL and Sig P229 pistol there.
Anybody think it would be a bad idea to make like a sign up roster for the lanes? Max two hours per session so people could use the sale equally? Just a thought so people don't waste trips or gas.
It's just not practical, and there are plenty of other places to shoot. Use good judgement and a trip to the range becomes an adventure.
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Being that these lanes are not designated as anything. They fall under the same rules and guidelines set by Oregon Department of Forestry for state forest lands. No reservations can be made or set up. They are as is, first come first serve basis.
If you are a business and or trainer looking to utilize these lanes for those purposes, please contact ODF Forest Grove office at 503-357-2191. Arrangements can be made only by ODF to gain permits to set up a class and or activities like such on these lanes. Same goes for any sort of organization that wishes to perform any large group activities among these recreational shooting lanes, such as clean ups.
Thanks for the update I'm going to try and go during the week so it's not as busy.
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This is a public recreational shooting area. It is unmanned and open to the public 365 days a year from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. If the area is to be closed for cleaning or maintenance it will be posted here as well as Oregon Department of Forestry's webpage otherwise it is open year round. We highly encourage using proper manufactured targets and that you pack in and pack out everything you bring.
Still pretty new to shooting, so does anyone know what to do with empty casings? Because every time my son and I go shooting there we always try to clean after ourselves.
I'd recommend holding onto them, until you have "a bunch". Then sell them/trade them on here in our reloading section (brass center fire only).
Or, if you all shoot "a bunch" now, or perhaps going forwards, you might consider getting into reloading your own.
If that may be an option for you all in the future, then just save them. They won't go bad & don't take up too much space (depending, obviously). Sort using gallon ziplocks in a 5 gallon bucket, to start.
I saved my brass for 3 years before I started reloading. Man was I happy with past me!
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It is part of ORS Statute 530.050 of the rules on state forest lands that, "Remove from State Forest land all she'll casings, targets, and other debris resulting from the target shooting activity."
In other words, please pack in and pack out.
You can discard empty shell casings in the garbage or recycling bin if your disposal company allows. Selling them here or giving them away to a reloader is another great option. Keeping them doesn't hurt either if you believe you might be interested in reloading down the road.
This is a public recreational shooting area. It is unmanned and open to the public 365 days a year from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. If the area is to be closed for cleaning or maintenance it will be posted here as well as Oregon Department of Forestry's webpage otherwise it is open year round. We highly encourage using proper manufactured targets and that you pack in and pack out everything you bring.
You can:
(G) Engage in target shooting or other shooting related activity at times between one half-hour after sunset until one half-hour before sunrise.
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These shooting lanes abide by Tillamook State Forest shooting regulations. Legal shooting hours are from sun up to sun down.
Folks tend to arrive very early on the weekends to insure getting a shooting lane.
Open. Was just up there yesterday. road between the first lane and the turn off from the dirt road can be a bit tough if you have a low-clearance car (like my ford focus hatch...)
With the exception of some scheduled cleanups and major repairs the lanes are accessible 24/7. Im not sure if ODF has allowed shooting hours in the forests such as dawn till dusk. You should be able to get that info from their website if someone doesn't chime in and answer that for you.
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The regulation:
Engage in target shooting or other shooting related activity at times between 1/2 hour before sunrise and 1/2 hour after sunset.
More information on Tillamook State Forest Recreational Shooting regulations can be found here.
May head up there this weekend for the first time. First time shooting on public land, what kind of targets? Should I bring steel? Build a quick frame of wood to hang paper on?
a wood stand with paper targets is fine as long as you remove it when done. Same with steel. This time of year shooting the steel targets isnt a fire hazard.
What is the shooting protocol at these ranges? I have only shot at controlled ranges, not public land free for all. I have watched a few folks shooting at Browns Camp when I was dirt bike riding, and it seemed like a bubblegum show.
My questions are: If someone else is shooting at lane, can I just join in? How many shooters will a lane hold? What is the frequency for going cold on the lane to swap targets? Anything else?
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First come first served at the lanes.
However we've asked if it was OK to join some folks & likewise have been asked.
Coopers 4 rules always apply when handling firearms, and I have had to politely as well as command voice correct some folks.
Carry out what you carry in. No shooting "trash", just targets & nothing explosive. Steel ban may still be in order uomthat way (dunno if it's wet up there yet).
Wanted to teach a couple of new shooters firearm safety, how to load, unload, shoot, etc.
Is North Fork open? I was just driving past Mt.Hood national forest, saw some no-shooting signs.
Do the fire-related closures around Oregon affect this place?
Thanks Reno911!
Where can I find renovation/cleanup times, if possible? I was wanting to go tomorrow.
Do the fire closures not affect this range?
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The discussion thread is the best place to check. Or ODFs website. Myself and cogs try to keep everyone updated on this website. Trashnoland.org would also be a good site to keep track of for updates.
The fire risks are very real for Tillamook State Forest, but the Federal fire restrictions do not effect state forests.
Thank you so much, Reno911!
I'll make sure to take along a fire extinguisher and shovel, just in case. And we'll keep a super watchful eye out, to be sure.
Lane 1 is roughly 15 yards to the berm.
Lane 2 is roughly 20 yards to the berm.
Lane 3 started out at 60 yards to the long berm and 15 to the short.
Lane 4 started out at 75/80 yards to the long berm and 15 to the short.
These have slightly changed due to the berms and backstops deterioration and materials grading on their own over time.
Hey ya'll. I'm a newbie here so please excuse and dumb or repetitive questions. I tried reading through most of this thread to get the info that I need. It seems like this is a decent spot outside PDX to go plinking. My main question is, would this be a place I could take my wife and my nephews? I've been to some spots in Washington that are well maintained with great people but I've also encountered other spots where I was rather uncomfortable with the people there and the way they were shooting. I realize these things are very hit or miss but just looking for your personal opinion. Also, will I be able to reach this with a front wheel drive car like a civic? We are lucky to have organizations like these to help keep these sites open. Next time there is a clean up, I am in for sure if yall need me. Thanks in advance!
Perfect spot to bring family. FWD should be fine to access the lanes. The road is overdue for grading, IE there are some pot holes, but not that bad. Have fun!
Oh, and keep you eyes out for a TNL clean up on the 25th.
To me its a great spot to go. Depending on what your plans are, I recommend going early in the day as the place does get packed. lanes 3 and 4 are very popular due to the distance of them. As far as taking the Fam yes. I have taken my wife,kids, and sometimes my dad when he visits there plenty of times and they all have fun. Just make sure you take some water, hand sanitizer, and snacks depending on how long you are going to be there because kids complain alot when they are hungry and thirsty, also sun screen as well.
No, I don't think the range is closed. I was up there a week or so ago and was able to shoot.
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These lanes are open year round. Access is only limited on occasion for cleaning or renovation etc. Best way to know is to check the current page on the discussion portion of this thread. Also a good source for info is here: