Carson City

The Range is open year-round to the general public on a drop-in basis only (first-come/first-served; no reservation required), except for select holidays.  Please call the Parks Office (887-2262) to verify holiday availability.   Updates on Range closures and schedule changes will be posted on Parks Department websites (dos5.net/range and dos5.net/parksandrec) and other social media platforms.

Long Range

• 300 yards maximum distance
• 20 covered shooting tables
• 20 positions (no cover)
• ADA accessible

Pistol Range

• 50 yards maximum distance
• 20 covered shooting positions
• ADA accessible

Shooting Bays

• 4 shooting bays
• 50 yards maximum distance

Payment by Cash or Check; payment envelopes and drop-boxes are located on-site.  Please retain and clip your payment envelope (tear-off) stub or annual pass card to station. Annual Passes can be purchased in person at the Carson Aquatic Facility or Carson City MAC. 

 *Disabled Veteran with 50% or greater disability rating

**Family consists of 2 adults and up to three children. 

On-Site/Operations:

• A limited number of target stands are available on-site (but no targets).  May bring own, if they meet industry standards.  Please be sure to bring own clips or tape to attach targets to frame.
• Range Safety Officers (RSO’s; NRA-Certified) are on-site during operating hours to provide assistance and answer questions.  Additional info posted on-site, including Firing Lane Rules.

Firing Lane Safety Rules:

You must obey the Carson City Rifle & Pistol Range Safety Officers, or you are subject to eviction. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. If you see unsafe conduct, say something!

You Must Always:

• Keep the firearm’s muzzle pointed in a safe direction, downrange.
• Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot.
• Keep your firearm unloaded with the action open until on the firing line, ready to shoot.
• Keep firearms cased, holstered or unloaded with action open and pointed in a safe direction when transporting from the parking lot to the firing line.
• Use eye and ear protection when on the firing line.
• Use ONLY industry standard paper or metal targets.
• Stand behind the blue cold range line if not downrange during cease fire on the cold range.

You Must Never:

•  Handle a firearm for any reason, at any time, whenever someone is downrange.
• Use or possess or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol anywhere on the premises.
• Use any targets other than industry standard targets. This means no glass, cans, appliances, fruits, vegetables or any hazardous item.
• Climb or drive on the berms or backstops.
• Use shotguns anywhere other than in the reservable shooting bays.
• Use incendiary & tracer ammunition or exploding targets.
•  Shoot over the berms or backstops. This means targets should be placed in a way that bullets will impact the backstop.

Warning! It's a Crime:

• To aim a firearm (loaded or not) toward any human being.
• To discharge any firearm or weapon in a public place or any place where a person might be endangered even if no injury results.
• For any person under the age of eighteen to use this facility except under the supervision of a parent, guardian, or adult with written authorization from parent/guardian.
• To maliciously, wantonly, or negligently discharge any firearm in any place where a person might be endangered, regardless of whether injury results.

NRS 202.280; NRS 202.290; NRS 202.300

The Range is open year-round (weather-permitting) on a drop-in basis to the general public, and by reservation for pre-Approved User Groups only (commercial/businesses and non-profit organizations).  Reservable facilities include Long Range-Stations 11-20 (Covered) and Stations 11-20 (Uncovered), Pistol Range 1-5 (2 positions per table), and Shooting Bays #3 and #4. Click here for reservations instructions.

(i) The City may have additional Permit requirements if event is open/advertised to the general public.

• Note: The Range is available for rental TUE-SUN year-round (weather permitting), except for DEC 25th and JAN 1st.
• Note: Booking Deposits are fully-refundable unless event is canceled or unanticipated expenses arise during event.
• Please contact the Parks Office at parksinfo@dos5.net to check availability, and to discuss other requirements. Reservation requests must be received at least 8 days in advance. 

1. How much does it cost to use the range?
   • $5 per shooter - Nevada residents
   • $10 per shooter - out of state
2. What are the range hours for the public?
   •  The range is open Tuesday through Sundays, and closed Mondays year round. From March through October, hours are 7:00am - 6:00pm. From November through February the hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm
3. What amenities are available at the range?

   • Long Range

     • 300 yards maximum distance
     • 20 covered shooting tables
     • 20 positions (no cover)
     • ADA accessibility

     Pistol Range

     • 50 yards maximum distance
     • 20 covered shooting positions
     • ADA accessibility

     Shooting Bays

     • 4 Shooting Bays
     • 50 yards maximum distance

     Restroom Facility-ADA Accessible

4. Who currently owns and operates the Carson Rifle and Pistol Range?
   • The Carson Rifle and Pistol Range is owned by Carson City and operated by its Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department.
5. Are there Range Safety Officers (RSO) on site?
   • Yes, Carson City provides a Range Safety Officer (RSO) during public shooting hours.
     Group reservations are required to provide their own RSO.
6. How do I volunteer at the range?
   • Volunteers are always welcome and encouraged to participate in a variety of capacities including education, maintenance and other functions at the range. All Volunteers must sign a City waiver and RSO volunteers must provide certification documentation and complete an on-site orientation with the City’s Range Coordinator. To volunteer email ccrange@dos5.net. 
7. How can I make a group reservation?

   Reservation groups (clubs, commercial entities and law enforcement agencies) can make reservations at ActiveNet, once they become an approved user group (see FAQ # 8 below).

   Rifle and Pistol Range Fee Schedule

   Rifle and Pistol Range Reservation Policy

   Rifle and Pistol Range SOPs

   City Insurance

8. What are the requirements for group reservations?
   • Organizations (clubs, non-profits etc.)
     • $1 million liability insurance with Carson City as added insured
     • Must follow approved range rules, including signed SOP acknowledgment
     • Must provide a RSO and evidence of certifications
   • Commercial Entities (i.e. CCW, training, gunsmiths etc.)
     •  $1 million liability insurance with Carson City as added insured
     • Must follow approved range rules, including signed SOP acknowledgment
     • Must provide a RSO and evidence of certifications
     • Valid Carson City business license
   • Law Enforcement
     •  Must provide a RSO certifications or equivalent
     • Must provide self-insured letter or equivalent
     • Must follow approved range rules
9. How do I make a contribution or donation to help with the improvements to the Rifle and Pistol Range? 
   • For donations to the improvements of the rifle and pistol range or future sponsorship opportunities please contact the Parks, Recreation and Open Space department at 775 887-2262 or email ccrange@dos5.net.