Jagged BLM rock formation (also Bandit Rock) in the Scodie Mountains overlooking Indian Wells Valley. 19th-century stage-route lookout associated with the Tiburcio Vásquez gang; listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. Nearby Freeman Junction sits at the SR-14/SR-178 corridor west of Ridgecrest.
Field facts
| Region | Kern County, CA |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35.5919, -117.9476 |
| Designation | NRHP 75000431 (1975) |
| Also known as | Bandit Rock |
| Manager | BLM |
| Seasonal closure | Feb 1–Jul 1 (raptor nesting) |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- Rec areaKiavah Wilderness6.5 km away
- Rec areaPacific Crest- Owens Peak Segment11.1 km away
- CampgroundWalker Pass Campground11.4 km away
- Rec areaEl Paso Mountains Wilderness17.4 km away
- Rec areaOwens Peak Wilderness (Short Canyon)19.1 km away
- RestroomRestroom19.2 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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