BLM Issues Temporary Restricted Access for 2016 King of the Hammers Race

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BLM-California

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California Desert District Office

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will temporarily restrict access to selected public lands in the Johnson Valley OHV area within San Bernardino County from Jan. 29 to Feb. 6 during the 2016 King of the Hammers Ultra Race.

Temporary public land restrictions are implemented to ensure public safety, protect the environment and safely facilitate the event.

The public is reminded to respect regulatory signs and to cooperate with race officials and local law enforcement officers in order to help spectators stay safe and ensure the success of the off-road race.

The areas will be reopened to the public as soon as they are cleared of all race-related materials.

For detailed temporary restricted access information please contact the Barstow Field Office at (760) 252-6000.


The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.