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Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey Safe Shooting Area

Murphy, ID 83650, Grand View, Owyhee
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27.4 miles from Boise

Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey Safe Shooting Area is a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public shooting area located in Grand View, Owyhee County, Idaho. Named after the renowned raptor biologist and conservationist Morley Nelson, this area combines public shooting access with wildlife conse...

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Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey Safe Shooting Area

Murphy, ID 83650, Grand View, Owyhee

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Morley Nelson Snake River Birds of Prey Safe Shooting Area is a Bureau of Land Management (BLM) public shooting area located in Grand View, Owyhee County, Idaho. Named after the renowned raptor biologist and conservationist Morley Nelson, this area combines public shooting access with wildlife conservation principles in the Snake River ecosystem.

The shooting area is situated in the scenic Snake River region of southwestern Idaho. As a public BLM facility, access is available to the general public during daylight hours. The area is accessible by vehicle, with parking available for shooters.

  • •Rifle shooting - centerfire and rimfire
  • •Pistol shooting - handgun practice
  • •Target shooting - skill development and marksmanship practice

This is a primitive, open-air shooting area typical of BLM public lands. Shooters should expect minimal developed infrastructure and natural terrain conditions.

As a public lands shooting area, all users must comply with Bureau of Land Management regulations, local Owyhee County ordinances, and Idaho fish and wildlife laws. The area is managed to balance recreational shooting access with protection of wildlife habitat for the area's notable raptor populations.

Restrictions

  • •BLM regulations apply
  • •Pack out all brass and targets
  • •Daylight hours only
  • •Idaho hunting/firearms laws must be followed
  • •No shooting toward water or wildlife areas without proper backstop
Pro Tips for Visiting
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Rifle shooting - centerfire and rimfire
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Pistol shooting - handgun practice
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Target shooting - skill development and marksmanship practice

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