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Chattanooga, Tennessee
Shooting Ranges Near Chattanooga, TN
9 ranges within 35 miles of Chattanooga: 3 indoor ranges, 3 outdoor rifle and pistol ranges, 1 archery range, 1 public range and 1 clay target range. Checked October 2026.
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Closest shooting ranges to Chattanooga
Straight-line miles from the city center.
Archery. Open to the public.
Every range within 35 miles of Chattanooga
| Range | Distance | Type | Where | Shooting | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prentice Cooper WMA Archery Range | 0 mi | Archery range | Chattanooga, Marion County | archery | Open to the public |
| Shooter's Supply Indoor Range | 4 mi | Indoor range | Hixson, Hamilton County | pistol | Open to the public |
| Carter Shooting Supply | 8 mi | Indoor range | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | pistol and rifle | Open to the public |
| Chattanooga Rifle Club | 10 mi | Gun club | Ooltewah, Hamilton County | rifle and pistol | Members only |
| Prentice Cooper WMA Shooting Range | 13 mi | TWRA public range | Chattanooga, Marion County | rifle and pistol | Open to the public |
| Montlake Sportsmens Club | 15 mi | Gun club | Soddy-Daisy, Hamilton County | Members only | |
| Cleveland Shooting Sports | 20 mi | Indoor range | Cleveland, Bradley County | pistol and rifle | Open to the public |
| Benton Sporting Clays | 33 mi | Clay target range | Charleston, Bradley County | sporting clays | Open to the public |
| The Ridge Shooting | 35 mi | Outdoor range | Dayton, Rhea County | pistol, rifle and shotgun | Call ahead about access |
From each range’s website or TWRA, checked October 2026.
Upcoming shooting matches near Chattanooga
6 upcoming dates within driving distance, checked October 2026.
| Date | Event | Type | Organizer | Where | Entry fee | Sign up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2026 | Cleveland TN IDPA October 2026 (Halloween Match) | IDPA | Cleveland TN IDPA | 2522 Leadmine Valley Road SW, Cleveland, Bradley County | Details | |
| Oct 18, 2026 | Dead Zero October Multi-Gun Match | 3-gun | Dead Zero Shooting Park 3-Gun | Dead Zero Shooting Park, 1195 TN-111 Scenic, Spencer, Van Buren County | $30 cash | Details |
| Oct 24 to Oct 25, 2026 | Appleseed Rifle Marksmanship Clinic | Clinic | Project Appleseed | Creeks Edge Farm, 7841 Owl Hollow Trail, McDonald, Bradley County | Details | |
| Nov 7 to Nov 8, 2026 | RK Gun Show Chattanooga | Gun show | R.K. Shows, Inc. | Camp Jordan Arena, 323 Camp Jordan Pkwy, Chattanooga, Hamilton County | $6.50-$16.50 | Details |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Cleveland TN IDPA November 2026 | IDPA | Cleveland TN IDPA | 2522 Leadmine Valley Road SW, Cleveland, Bradley County | Details | |
| Dec 19, 2026 | Cleveland TN IDPA December 2026 | IDPA | Cleveland TN IDPA | 2522 Leadmine Valley Road SW, Cleveland, Bradley County | Details |
Gun stores with a location near Chattanooga
| Store | Shop online | Tennessee stores |
|---|---|---|
| Sportsman's Warehouse | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Chattanooga and Murfreesboro |
| Bass Pro Shops | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Bristol, Chattanooga, Kodak, Memphis and Nashville |
| Academy Sports + Outdoors | Guns · Ammo · Range gear | Chattanooga, Clarksville, Collierville, Columbia, Cookeville, Franklin, Hixson, Jackson, Johnson City, Kingsport, Knoxville, Madison, Memphis, Millington, Morristown, Mt Juliet and Smyrna |
Store cities from each retailer’s store locator, checked October 2026.
Gear for ranges near Chattanooga
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
Impact rated lenses; clear for indoor lanes, amber or yellow for clays.
Paper and steel targets
Many ranges sell targets but cost less bought ahead. Check what the range allows; some ban steel.
Questions about shooting ranges near Chattanooga
What is the closest shooting range to Chattanooga?
Prentice Cooper WMA Archery Range, about 0 miles from the city center.
How many shooting ranges are near Chattanooga?
9 within 35 miles, checked October 2026.
Is there a public range near Chattanooga?
Prentice Cooper WMA Shooting Range is a TWRA public range about 13 miles away.
Where can I shoot indoors near Chattanooga?
Shooter's Supply Indoor Range, Carter Shooting Supply and Cleveland Shooting Sports.
Where can I shoot clays near Chattanooga?
Benton Sporting Clays.
Are there shooting matches near Chattanooga?
6 upcoming matches within 45 miles are listed above.
What do ranges require?
Eye and ear protection at every range, cased and unloaded guns until you are on the line, and the range’s ammunition rules.
Where can I hunt near Chattanooga?
See the Hamilton County page for public land, seasons and services.