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Bubbling Springs Range
Bubbling Springs Range is an outdoor range in Newport, Cocke County. Rifle and pistol. Open to the public.
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Bubbling Springs Range details
From Greeneville it is about 17 miles as the crow flies. Cocke County has just this one listed range. You can shoot as far as 150 yards here. If you want a second option, Greene County Range & Firearms Shooting Complex is about 15 miles away.
| Address | Hwy 107, Newport, TN |
| Phone | (423) 638-4109 |
| Hours | Sunrise to sunset |
| Fees or permit | $2 per vehicle per day |
| Access | Open to the public |
| Shooting | Rifle and pistol |
| Longest distance | 150 yards |
| Indoor or outdoor | Outdoor |
| Notes | Cherokee National Forest (USFS) range off TN 107, about 3 miles south of the Greene/Cocke county line. Targets at 25, 50, 100 and 150 yards; bring own targets and clips. No restrooms or water. Address/phone from TWRA page. |
From the range listing, checked Oct 9, 2026. Call before you go; hours change for matches and holidays.
Nearby alternatives to Bubbling Springs Range
Closest first, from 15 to 33 miles.
| Range | Distance | Type | Where | Shooting | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greene County Range & Firearms Shooting Complex | 15 mi | Outdoor range | Greeneville, Greene County | pistol, rifle, trap, skeet, 5-stand, sporting clays, 3D archery | Open to the public |
| Hog Heaven Gun Club | 20 mi | Clay target range | White Pine, Jefferson County | trap | Call ahead about access |
| East Tennessee Gun Club | 24 mi | Indoor range | Morristown, Hamblen County | pistol and rifle | Call ahead about access |
| Morristown Trap Club | 27 mi | Clay target range | Morristown, Hamblen County | trap and shotgun | Open to the public |
| Family Fun Indoor Range | 31 mi | Indoor range | Sevierville, Sevier County | pistol, rifle, shotgun | Open to the public |
| Gatlinburg Sportsman's Club | 33 mi | Gun club | Gatlinburg, Sevier County | pistol and rifle | Members only |
Where to hunt after Bubbling Springs Range
Need somewhere to use that zero? Public hunting land near Bubbling Springs Range: Nolichucky WMA (11 mi), Martha Sundquist State Forest (11 mi) and Lick Creek Bottoms WMA (15 mi).
Packing list for Bubbling Springs Range
Protection for eyes and ears comes first, then targets and something to carry it all.
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Electronic ear protection
These muffs shut off loud noise and amplify quiet sound, which helps on a busy firing line.
Shooting glasses
Impact rated lenses; clear for indoor lanes, amber or yellow for clays.
Paper and steel targets
Sight in targets with a printed grid make scope adjustments easier to read.
Range bag
Keeps everything for a range trip in one place so nothing is left in the truck.
Ammo sellers for Bubbling Springs Range
These stores carry ammo and range gear. Ammo ships to your house; a gun ships to a dealer near you.
| Retailer | Shop by department | Tennessee stores |
|---|---|---|
| Sportsman's Warehouse | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Chattanooga and Murfreesboro |
| Palmetto State Armory | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Online only in Tennessee |
| Bass Pro Shops | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Bristol, Chattanooga, Kodak, Memphis and Nashville |
| Cabela's | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Online only in Tennessee |
| Brownells | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Online only in Tennessee |
| MidwayUSA | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Online only in Tennessee |
| Guns.com | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Online only in Tennessee |
| OpticsPlanet | Ammo · Range gear | Online only in Tennessee |
Department links checked on each retailer site. Retailer links are plain links.
Bubbling Springs Range questions
Where do I find Bubbling Springs Range?
Hwy 107, Newport, TN, in Cocke County.
What is the closest range to Bubbling Springs Range?
Greene County Range & Firearms Shooting Complex, at about 15 miles.
What do I need to bring?
Bring eye and ear protection, a cased and unloaded gun, and ammunition that meets the range rules.
Who can use Bubbling Springs Range?
Public shooters are welcome, according to the listing.
What are the posted hours for Bubbling Springs Range?
Posted hours: Sunrise to sunset.
Is there a fee at Bubbling Springs Range?
$2 per vehicle per day.
Which disciplines does Bubbling Springs Range have?
The listing names rifle and pistol.
What is the maximum distance at Bubbling Springs Range?
It reaches 150 yards.