Do’s and Don’ts before visiting Foothills Shooting Complex

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WELCOME!

Foothills Public Shooting Complex of Cleveland County is one of the largest public outdoor shooting complexes in the Southeastern United States!

Here’s an overview of our 185-acre campus.

  • Ranges: 
    • All ranges are open during regular hours unless noted otherwise!
    • Weather Notice: We do NOT close for rain! And there is always a place to shoot your rifle, pistol, shotgun, and archery at FPSC when we are open.
    • Range 1–250-yd Precision Rifle 10 lanes. Targets at 100, 150, 200, and 250 yards. Opens Tuesday-Friday at 12:00, Sat at 9:30 am, Sun at 1:30 pm. All firearms must qualify at the 50-yard range first.
    • Range 2–20-yd Handgun 12 lanes (Open weekends. Handguns are shot on Range 3 Tuesday-Friday.)
    • Range 3–50-yd Rifle & Handgun 18 lanes (Moveable targets up to 50 yards. Becomes rifle only on weekends.)
    • Range 4–Steel Target range for pistol caliber (no magnums) only. Function Fire your shotgun here, also. 
    • FPSC offers multiple 25 x 50 and 25 x 25 multi-purpose ranges
    • Archery Practice & 3D Archery Range
    • NO 50 BMG, .338 Lapua, or larger caliber weapons allowed.

 

  • Range Facilities:
    • Range Office – Report here first for orientation, check-in, and gift shop!
    • Outdoor Pavilions with picnic tables and grills.
    • Concession Area (accommodates catering services).
    • Public restroom facilities with handicapped access.

 

  • Services:
    • Our excellent staff of trained Range Safety Officers are available on each range to ensure the safe handling of firearms and assistance as needed. Never shoot on an unattended range!
    • Regular competitions
    • Fundamental, intermediate, and special interest training classes
    • Corporate team building

 

  • Parking:
    • Parking is conveniently located at each range with handicapped access to all facilities.


**REOPENED ON 10/1 AFTER CLEANUP FROM TS HELENE**

• Front Gate Will Be Closed An Hour Before The Last Shot •

Summer Hours (March - Oct.): Open Tuesday - Sunday

Tuesday - Saturday: 9:30 am - Last Shot 6:30 pm

Sunday: 1:30 pm - Last Shot 5:30 pm

250-YARD RIFLE RANGE OPENS AT NOON T-F,
AND WHEN THE GATE OPENS ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

NEWS

3D Archery will be closing for the season on September 25th and will reopen in February of 2025. The practice archery ranges will remain open so come see us!

50-yard practice range is OPEN! Please note RANGE 1 opens at noon Tues, W, Th, Fri, 9:30am Sat, and 1:30pm Sun.

If this is your first time visiting the range, we STRONGLY encourage you to watch our SAFETY VIDEO and fill out the waiver on our website prior to coming to the range. ALL visitors, spectators, and children MUST have a waiver on file. This can also easily be completed on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

Please check out our Range Rules and FAQ PAGE for common questions.


UPCOMING COMPETITIONS: Click EVENTS For dates, info, and links to register for Foothills matches, and Skeet Fun Shoot on months with 5th Saturdays.

UPCOMING CLASSES. Please call the office (704-447-8230) during business hours (closed Mondays) to register

First Saturdays - Intro to Skeet Shooting/First Shots (Shotgun): Shooters will receive on-range instruction in the finer points of skeet shooting. Bring your shotgun and 2 boxes of 7 1/2, 8, or 9 size shot, 1300 fps max. Scoring, etiquette, equipment, and camaraderie will be discussed. 8:30-9:30 AM Cost: $40—includes one round of skeet and instruction. Class size is limited to 5 shooters.

NSSF First Shots Classes: These classes are for beginning shooters. They include classroom and range time with certified instructors. NSSF has supplied us with some goodies for these classes, your $40 fee also includes eye and ear protection. Class size is limited, so call to reserve your spot today!

Let’s get started, click "Learn More" below to watch a short safety video. The video will answer questions that you may have about the range. After the video, you can submit the waiver form electronically to our office. Present your photo ID in the office and you will receive your personal range ID.

LEARN MORE

Check out our selection of gifts and shooting accessories. Safety gear, common caliber ammunition, rifle and pistol cases, and shooting supplies are available in our store. You can also find Foothills items such as decals, patches, tees, hoodies and hats. Need a gift for someone who enjoys the sport of shooting? We sell gift cards in any amount. NO ONLINE SALES