As promised, I want to talk about the North Springs Shooting Range. In one word WOW! I almost don't want anyone to know about this place. But it is so amazing I have to share it.
North Springs Shooting Range is ready for anybody or anything that has to do with shooting. Bring any weapon you want; Rifle, Handgun, Shotgun or Bow. I would bet the Range Master would even let you bring a spear or knife if you are that kind of hunter! lol! The folks that run the place are extremely friendly.
This range has a 1,000 yard groomed-range with benches and markers every 100 yards. (They even have golf carts for you to set up your targets!) Next to the 1,000 yard range is a 600 yard range with covered/sheltered benches and radiant heating panels over your head. You can shoot in the middle of winter and stay warm! Then there is one of several pistol ranges. These three ranges are all right next to each other. You would think that is the whole range. Because that in itself is much better and much more than you can find in most locations.
They have a shotgun-skeet and pigeon range, and several archery ranges with 3-D targets. They even supply the archery targets! One of the Archery ranges is an archery golf or "walk through" course with 27 different 3-D animal targets set up at varying ranges. They also have a law enforcement training and shooting facility. Then to top it off they have a cowboy action shooting TOWN! It is set up with store fronts and a board walk with steel plate targets, silhouettes and everything!
Did I tell you it is $5 for a day pass?! Insane!
I do have to say, "Pack a Lunch!". It is a bit of a drive for anyone who doesn't live in Price Utah. However, I drive 1 hour or even 90 minutes to get to some higher quality ranges. This one is about 2 & 1/2 hours for me. But so worth it.
They have RV hook ups and Camping areas for you to take a break, or pull an over nighter. So if you are thinking about hitting Moab, the Arches, or for any reason you are crossing Southern Utah on Highway 70 or heading through Utah on HW-6 or 191. Take a detour and check this place out!
This is definitely going on my list of 1-2 day short-vacation spots. I know I can shoot any firearm I have at any distance I like. Then take a break with an ice cold coke, shoot again, shoot my bow, ride around on my 4 -wheeler or bike, and do it again. Did I mention that the facility is arrayed over l.5 miles of manicured roads? So there is no crowding, no rough driving, and plenty of space for breathing room and future expansion. Plus, the back drop is Gorgeous!
The Facility Location is 5245 South 8000 West Price, UT 84501. The Range Master is Scott Olsen, Office: 435-636-3705
I hope you enjoy your summer! Be safe! Shoot well. And if you stop by the North Springs Shooting Range, let me know what you think!
Andrew C.
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