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Shooting Ranges Near Nashville, TN
The 35 mile circle around Nashville holds 22 ranges: 11 indoor ranges, 4 archery ranges, 3 clay target ranges, 2 public ranges and 2 outdoor rifle and pistol ranges. Checked October 2026.
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Ranges closest to the middle of Nashville
As the crow flies from the city center; road miles will be longer.
Shooting here: pistol. Open to the public.
Shooting here: skeet; trap; 5-stand; sporting clays; shotgun. Open to the public.
Shooting here: pistol and rifle. Open to the public.
Shooting here: pistol and rifle. Open to the public.
All 22 ranges near Nashville, by distance
For indoor ranges, Shooter's Guns, Ammo and Range is nearest at about 3 miles. The nearest archery range is Music City Archery at 18 miles. The nearest clay target range is Nashville Gun Club at 5 miles. For public ranges, Stones River Hunter Education Center is nearest at about 13 miles. The nearest outdoor range is Charlie Haffner Memorial Range at 29 miles. They are spread over 9 counties; Davidson County leads with 6. The public is welcome at 19 of these 22.
| Range | Distance | Type | Where | Shooting | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shooter's Guns, Ammo and Range | 3 mi | Indoor range | Nashville, Davidson County | pistol | Open to the public |
| Nashville Gun Club | 5 mi | Clay target range | Nashville, Davidson County | skeet; trap; 5-stand; sporting clays; shotgun | Open to the public |
| Modern Warriors Nashville | 5 mi | Indoor range | Nashville, Davidson County | pistol and rifle | Open to the public |
| Range USA Goodlettsville | 12 mi | Indoor range | Goodlettsville, Davidson County | pistol and rifle | Open to the public |
| Royal Range USA | 12 mi | Indoor range | Nashville, Davidson County | pistol and rifle | Open to the public |
| The Outpost Armory Hendersonville | 12 mi | Indoor range | Hendersonville, Sumner County | Open to the public | |
| Stones River Hunter Education Center | 13 mi | TWRA public range | Antioch, Davidson County | pistol; rifle; archery | Open to the public |
| Guns and Leather | 17 mi | Indoor range | Greenbrier, Robertson County | pistol | Open to the public |
| Modern Warriors Franklin | 18 mi | Indoor range | Franklin, Williamson County | pistol and rifle | Open to the public |
| Cheatham WMA Shooting and Archery Range | 18 mi | TWRA public range | Ashland City, Cheatham County | pistol; rifle; archery | Open to the public |
| Music City Archery | 18 mi | Archery range | Franklin, Williamson County | archery | Open to the public |
| Ag Expo Archery Park | 21 mi | Archery range | Franklin, Williamson County | archery | Open to the public |
| Range USA Smyrna | 22 mi | Indoor range | Smyrna, Rutherford County | pistol | Open to the public |
| Cedar City Gun Club | 26 mi | Clay target range | Lebanon, Wilson County | skeet; trap; sporting clays; 5-stand; shotgun | Members only |
| Firearm Pharmacy | 29 mi | Indoor range | Lebanon, Wilson County | pistol and rifle | Open to the public |
| Charlie Haffner Memorial Range | 29 mi | Outdoor range | Franklin, Williamson County | pistol; rifle; shotgun; trap | Call ahead about access |
| The Outpost Armory Murfreesboro | 30 mi | Indoor range | Murfreesboro, Rutherford County | Open to the public | |
| Montgomery Bell State Park Archery Range | 31 mi | Archery range | Burns, Dickson County | archery | Open to the public |
| DC Range | 31 mi | Clay target range | Burns, Dickson County | trap | Call ahead about access |
| Timberwolf Archery and Outdoors | 32 mi | Archery range | Rockvale, Rutherford County | archery and 3D archery | Open to the public |
| Montgomery County Shooting Complex | 32 mi | Outdoor range | Southside, Montgomery County | pistol; rifle; trap; skeet; 5-stand; sporting clays; archery; long range rifle | Open to the public |
| Bullseye Gun & Range | 33 mi | Indoor range | Murfreesboro, Rutherford County | pistol | Open to the public |
From each range’s website or TWRA, checked October 2026.
Where to compete near Nashville
33 upcoming dates on the calendar within driving distance as of October 2026.
| Date | Event | Type | Organizer | Where | Entry fee | Sign up | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10 to Oct 12, 2026 | Lenny Magill's Glockstore Nashville Indoor Level One USPSA | USPSA | Glockstore Nashville | Glockstore, 1930 Air Lane Drive, Nashville, Davidson County | Details | Source, checked Oct 9 | |
| Oct 10 to Oct 11, 2026 | RK Gun Show Murfreesboro | Gun show | R.K. Shows, Inc. | Grand Station, 1660 Middle Tennessee Blvd Suite C, Murfreesboro, Rutherford County | $7.50-$16.50 | Details | Source, checked Oct 9 |
| Oct 17, 2026 | 2nd Annual Hale Memorial Shoot (VFW Charity Shoot) | Sporting clays | Cross Creek Clays (host) | Cross Creek Clays, Palmyra, Montgomery County | Enter | Source, checked Oct 11 | |
| Oct 17 to Oct 18, 2026 | RK Gun Show Franklin | Gun show | R.K. Shows, Inc. | Williamson County Expo Center, 4215 Long Ln, Franklin, Williamson County | $6.50-$16.50 | Details | Source, checked Oct 9 |
| Oct 23, 2026 | Christian County Chamber's Slay the Clay | Sporting clays | Cross Creek Clays (host) | Cross Creek Clays, Palmyra, Montgomery County | Enter | Source, checked Oct 11 | |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Chapel Hill Christian Academy's 6th Annual Skeet Shoot | Sporting clays | Cross Creek Clays (host) | Cross Creek Clays, Palmyra, Montgomery County | Enter | Source, checked Oct 11 | |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Tunnel to Towers Sporting Clays Fundraiser | Sporting clays | Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Nashville Gun Club, 1100 County Hospital Road, Nashville, Davidson County | $250 individual | Enter | Source, checked Oct 9 |
| Oct 30, 2026 | October 3PAR EIC/ Cup Match | Youth match | Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) sanctioned | Nashville, Davidson County | Enter | Source, checked Oct 11 | |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Clay 2 Raise APSU Softball Shoot | Sporting clays | Cross Creek Clays (host) | Cross Creek Clays, Palmyra, Montgomery County | Enter | Source, checked Oct 11 | |
| Oct 31 to Nov 1, 2026 | Haunted Birds | Sporting clays | National Sporting Clays Association (NSCA) | Montgomery County Shooting Complex, Southside, Montgomery County | Details | Source, checked Oct 11 | |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Maury County Gun Club October ATA 2026 | Trap | Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA) | Maury County Gun Club, Columbia, Maury County | Details | Source, checked Oct 11 | |
| Oct 31 to Nov 1, 2026 | RK Gun Show Lebanon | Gun show | R.K. Shows, Inc. | Farm Bureau Expo Center, 945 East Baddour Parkway, Lebanon, Wilson County | $6.50-$16.50 | Details | Source, checked Oct 9 |
Where to buy guns and ammo in Nashville
| Store | Shop online | Tennessee stores |
|---|---|---|
| Bass Pro Shops | Guns for sale · Ammo for sale · Gear for sale | Nashville store; others in Bristol, Chattanooga, Kodak and Memphis |
Store cities from each retailer’s store locator, checked October 2026.
Gear for ranges near Nashville
Ear and eye protection, targets and a bag, the four things every range asks for.
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Electronic ear protection
Muffs that cut gunshots and let you hear range commands. Most ranges require ear and eye protection.
Shooting glasses
Look for an impact rating on the lenses; tinted pairs are useful outdoors.
Paper and steel targets
Paper targets and sight in grids, cheaper by the pack than at the range counter.
Nashville range questions
Where is the nearest gun range to Nashville?
Shooter's Guns, Ammo and Range, about 3 miles from the city center.
Are there many ranges near Nashville?
There are 22 within a 35 mile radius.
What public range is closest to Nashville?
Yes. Stones River Hunter Education Center, a TWRA range, is about 13 miles away.
Can I shoot indoors in the Nashville area?
Indoor options: Shooter's Guns, Ammo and Range, Modern Warriors Nashville and Range USA Goodlettsville.
Where can I shoot clays near Nashville?
Nashville Gun Club, Cedar City Gun Club and DC Range.
Are there shooting matches near Nashville?
Yes, 33 upcoming matches within 45 miles, in the table above.
What do ranges near Nashville ask you to bring?
Safety glasses, muffs or plugs, and ammunition the range allows; keep the gun cased until the line.
Is there public hunting land near Nashville?
The Davidson County page lists public land, seasons and local services.