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Laguna Seca Rifle & Pistol Range

4.0 (45 reviews)
Closed 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

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JP P.

Not sure why there is no information on this range online and why it has some bad reviews. The range has pistol and long range shooting. 50-100 yards and a few 200 yards. They also have an area that uses steel targets for pistols. It's 15 bucks for the first hour. You shoot for 15 minutes and you can go out to your targets out in the field and then resume whenever everyone is back. It's really organized and straight forward. A range master gives all the new people the run down of the rules so don't be discouraged if you're not sure what's going on. Tip: Bring ear muffles and not ear plugs because it becomes annoying taking them in and out every 15 minutes. Easier to just bring muffles UPDATE: If you have Facebook, add them because they post the days they are closed.

Metal targets from 15yds to 25yds.

First time at this outdoor shooting range. Very well run shooting pad with safety emphasized throughout the time we were there. Every other stall was closed due to Covid. The staff was very clear when to cease fire, unload and make each firearm safe. The overall pad was sectioned off to short range metal targets 15-25yds & paper target stands out to 15-20+yds. Rifle pad was a lot longer (we didn't use). We brought our teenage daughter to practice live fire shooting for her first time. In all, would highly recommend this place to friends/ family. Be prepared. Bring ur range safety gear, ammo & water. Don't forget Covid supplies (must have a mask). Lastly, this range is open Friday-Mon 9am-3:30pm. They don't answer their office line. **Check their website for closure dates; Laguna Seca races and lastly re-check their automated answering machine for last minute closures not listed on their website (it happens, private car club races are not listed on the main Laguna Seca calendar**

note how wide the bays are
Jeremy W.

This is my initial review of this range as i decided not to forgo my range day during a family vacation. I stopped by to do my initial assessment on future feasibility and range background. Here goes my observations: Pros: -Lanes and areas are extremely clean -A lot of lanes available for rifle, more than Sunnyvale Gun/Rod and about the same as Cordova in Sac -Cease fire/fire intervals announced via PA with 1-min warnings -Each rifle bay was EXTREMELY wide and very roomy, set up for either left or right shooters without switching the table (large enough to accommodate TWO shooters sitting at the same time) -Impact material on bay walls seem to help reduce sound as many CA owners might elect to use muzzle brakes starting 2017 -Stationed RSO near group of shooters -Ample parking; it was Sunday around noon and I had no issues with a minimal crowd on a very nice sunny no-wind day -Rifle rests are provided -Range office very helpful in providing rules and explaining current range conditions -200 yard range is farthest I've seen for a range this nice; located in bays 21, 22, 23 -M855/SS109 steel core rounds verbally confirmed with range office as of 3/12/2017. sparking issue not as big at range, just a no-go on tracer rounds. Rules state no AP/incendiary/tracer rounds; M855/SS109 are none of the three and typical for 62gr. Preparation Suggestions (not Cons IMO for my initial visit): -range is by the hour ($11 for 1st hr, $2.50 afterwards). I normally spend about 2hrs on the rifle range so that's $21; Sunnyvale is $15 all day. In addition to cease fire times and shooting slow on 200 yards, it can get pricey for some people. Load your mags before driving out and have stripper clips and mag loaders OUTSIDE cease fire area so you can continue going during the downtime. -Contrary to what info states, farthest distance is 200 yards as of 3/12/2017 (i've read 300, 500 yard targets previously). -200 yard targets were rendered offline due to recent 2016/2017 winter storms and won't be operational until weather has stabilized (TBD). Forsee getting there early when bays are back open as there are only three (3) bays at this distance -Info on 200 yard targets not available wasn't on their fb page and it would of been a disappointment for those coming to shoot longer distances. Not a big deal for me since I only came to check the place out, but will know to call ahead in the future. Posting updated range conditions and closures would be nice as well. -Bit of a confusing sign prior to stairs stating liability waiver must be signed at range office prior to passing sign, yet range office is past the sign -Rests are basic steel c-channels welded together; if you are worried about any damage to your rifle finish I suggest you bring some thick cloth to put in between your rifle and rest (see photo) I'd highly recommend this range if golfing in Pebble Beach isn't your thing. As of 3/12/2017 it's $11 for an hour and $8/hr afterwards, in increments of 15min times. Anticipate cease fire downtimes into your duration and method you plan on shooting (short distance, long distance, etc). It's out of the way for some people, but if you're in the area to begin with, call ahead to see if the 200yd range is back up sometime around April.

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Every time I go it's CLOSED even though the website clearly says open, no races on schedule, nothing, STILL CLOSED. I've driven out there and wasted fuel several times, not cool. Management needs to get on it and update schedules accurately!

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6 months ago

Open rain or shine. Great resource for shooting rifles and handguns. Bathrooms are available. Range offers 25, 50, 75 100, and 200 yards.

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4 years ago

Great location only down fall is that they are close a lot during events. Wish we had another range

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5 years ago

Great range with fair prices! Just be sure to check their facebook page for potential closers.

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Very safe range. Experienced range masters. Very good rules and very strict. I like this range.

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Great outdoor shooting range. The guys working have great customer service. It's also really affordable.

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11 years ago

Shooting here is great. Friendly people and decent prices. I like the upgrades on the ranges.

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10 years ago

Always helpful knowledgable staff. Safe, clean, enjoyable place to send a few down range.

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Ask the Community - Laguna Seca Rifle & Pistol Range

I am not a California resident, and thus, cannot buy ammo in California. I am visiting Monterey and want to shoot at the range. Can I bring/use my own ammo purchased in my home state?

Yes, you can bring your own ammunition. I bring my own all the time.

Is tipping needed to the stsff?

No tips. Didn't see a tip jar and it looks like the rangemasters are county employees.

What is the age you can participate?

Accompanied by an adult: 6 years old to shoot rifles; 14 years old to shoot a handgun; all rules are posted at the bottom of the range and at the office.

Are you able to rent guns from you for the day?

No guns to rent. Bring your own, no shotguns.

Is the range open Friday-Sunday again? Restrictions?

Yes but they're still subject to closing because of any racetrack events or maintenance. The Monterey County website is horrible and no one answers the range phone number. You're better off checking the WeatherTech Race track website for events.

Is bringing a paintball gun okay lol?

A few years ago I actually saw someone bring a slingshot to a public range - What a waste of a firing lane! I wouldn't bother bringing a paintball gun, you should find plenty of paintball courses and clubs elsewhere.

Is it OK to bring my shotgun with 12 gauge ammo into this range?

No shotguns...

What do they charge to shoot there?

They charge $12 for the first hour then $3 every 15 minutes thereafter...

Do they take debit cards for payment?

Yes

I just turned 18 and I was wondering, is it legal for my dad to let me borrow his Glock 17 with ammo and I take it to the range by myself and shoot it? Or would I need him to be present with me?

.... Based on this California law, it might be a good idea to bring your dad: Can an 18 year old possess a handgun in CA?… Read more

I'm in the military and was wanting to know if i can bring 30 round mags out to the range for my AR-15?

in California, if you put a magazine greater than 10 rounds in a semi-automatic center fire rifle you violate the "Assault Weapons Ban" law in California. Hopefully this will get overturned soon due to the recent NYSROA v. Bruen Supreme Court… Read more

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True Shot Training Academy - Great addition. For birthday parties and events

True Shot Training Academy

5.0(7 reviews)
8.2 mi

Andrew the owner is awesome!!! It was the grand opening for this digital gun range and the gun shop…read morenext door so my cousin and I dropped in. Incredibly my cousin bough some similar gear Andrew had they geeked out! He showed him everything as I looked through all the realistic guns that the sensors go in. They had quite a bit including my favorites from CZ, Beretta, Smith & Wesson, including rifles and shit guns. Everything was real except the sensors and there was even realistic blowback!!! We both tried it out and liked it. I am more accuracy based versus speed but it was. Ice to try. We had several rounds and heck we just did the $10 half hour gig...Andrew though took his time and gave us the whirlwind tour. Everything from point of contact to speed was legit and we even got to see Andrew take a turn and he was lightening fast! It was fun experience and I could see myself doing this...Alas, I live in the SF Bay Area and this is down in Salinas... However, if you are looking for a unique and fun date, Tru shot is worth going to. If you like shooting but do not want all the noise and hassle of live fire...True Shot is the place. If you are looking for a variety of target scenarios from day time, to competitive to night shooting, True Shot is the place. Basically this is an awesome place to go to practice shooting, try new shooting games and just have fun with a cool owner! Thank you Andrew for an awesome time!

Great experience and extremely friendly/ helpful staff. Will absolutely be going back and soon!…read moreTons of fun with the realistic shooting simulator and a great way to practice while saving A LOT on ammo

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Jim Cox Archery Shop - Archery lessons for the kids.

Jim Cox Archery Shop

4.7(31 reviews)
9.5 mi

Since my last review, I've brought several people over that have bought their bows there. All…read morewalked out with a top-tier experience (and bow). A few notes after reading the reviews. 1) Jim is really the peak of bowmen....an archer's archer. I've gone hunting with others that have previously hunted with Jim. They told me that Jim took an Alaskan bear at 105 yards with a single arrow. When I confronted him with this, he said, "naw, it was only 100 yards"...... 2) He's been the paid factory rep - the face of the factory - for at least one bow manufacturer. Not an honor lightly achieved. 3) His whole family shoots at the expert level. Some will be there for training events. 4) Jim as a million stories and will give selflessly in showing you, your friends, your class, your league how to shoot. However, he does not suffer fools lightly and if you come in with the "customer's always right" or some other attitude, he will feel no need to help you any longer. Conversely, he is great with kids and clumsies. If you've ever noodled the idea of trying out a bow (I hate using long bows, but compound bows are great fun without pulling yourself apart), I highly recommend that you go visit and ask to try out a rental bow for an hour. Very inexpensive. If you don't get hooked, there's always chess or scrap-booking...... Jim - it was a privilege to shoot my first real bow there. My daughter is your biggest fan. I'll be back soon.

I rarely leave reviews, but I had to make an exception after the experience Jim gave us at the…read moreshop. I walked in with very little knowledge and walked out not only with everything I needed to get started with a longbow, but also with a wealth of insight and guidance. Jim took an incredibly generous amount of his time to make sure both my partner and I were set up for success, answering every question and making the whole process feel approachable and exciting. He didn't try to oversell anything at all one of the most up front and honest blokes I've come across. It's honestly the first time I've been to a shop that shows this level of care and attention to newcomers, it was an absolutely brilliant experience. Because of Jim, his mate Travis, and everyone else we met there, this is quickly becoming a serious hobby for us. If you've even thought about trying archery, do yourself a favor and stop by, Jim will have you feeling confident and eager to start shooting in no time. No amount of online bow shopping or research will compare to chatting to Jim about what you need! Huge thanks to everyone at the shop, you're all fantastic. Looking forward to those longbow shooting events! Can't thank you all enough!

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Huge selection of bows and other archery gear!

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Sunnyvale Rod and Gun Club

Sunnyvale Rod and Gun Club

4.4(146 reviews)
53.4 mi

I kept on hearing good thing about it but I never went there until last week and I regret not…read morecoming here sooner. This is indeed the best range in the Bay Area. Although the name says Sunnyvale but it's closer to the Cupertino mountains. Although the map shows a long windy road heading there from 280, it's not bad not long at all. The range unfortunately is only open to the public on Tuesday or Saturday. The parking lot is huge and the restroom is on the other side of the parking lot from the main buildings. The checkin is at a small window next to the pistol/rifle range; you don't actually go into the office. After you pay you enter a steel gate where the stands are indoors but the targets are outdoors. The only problem is that there is a limited number of bays so I can see that it could get super busy and you might have to wait. The people there are friendly and no fuss. I don't think this is a good place for absolute beginner because the distance to the closest target is about 20? yards which might be too far for most beginner shooters. What I absolutely love about this range is the availability of steel targets at 25 and 100 yards. This is rare for most ranges at the Bay Area. Also they are not fussy about "rapid" fire. Also they provide paper targets and paint spray for the steel targets for free. The cost of the range is only $25 which is really cheap compared to most other ranges with the exception of Metcalf. I think I will come to this range every Tuesday from now on. There is also a shotgun range. Overall, this is absolutely my favorite range in the Bay Area for myself.

A spacious shooting range with areas for shotguns, rifles, and pistols. The admission fee is not…read moretoo expensive. The rifle and pistol areas are only $25 per person, but I am not sure if they offer gun rentals since I brought my own gear. This place feels more suitable for advanced shooters; beginners might find it a bit less friendly. However, once you get used to the target change schedule, you can even shoot at 25 feet, 50 feet, and 100 feet. Remember not to wear too many layers, it gets really hot! Also, make sure to bring your own earplugs or noise-canceling headphones along with safety glasses. Personally, I use Meta glasses. 寬廣的靶場,提供給散彈槍、步槍和手槍射擊的空間,入場費不算貴,步槍和手槍的區域一個人才$25,但是我不是很確定能否提供租槍服務,因為我是自己帶裝備去的。感覺這裡比較適合進階的玩家去,初學者在這裡會感覺稍微有一點不太友善。但是一但習慣這裡的換靶時間以後,這裡甚至可以打25呎、50呎和100呎的靶位!記得別穿太多,很熱!!!但是記得自己帶一個耳塞或是耳機可以降噪那種,加上一個護目鏡,我個人是使用Meta眼鏡。

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