About Abilene Clay Sports
Abilene Clay Sports stands as West Texas’ premier destination for clay shooting enthusiasts, operating as a community shooting range since 1958. Located just minutes from downtown Abilene, this well-established facility has built a strong reputation among both recreational shooters and competitive marksmen. The range combines beautiful natural scenery with professional-grade shooting disciplines, offering visitors and members a comprehensive clay shooting experience.
The facility features an impressive array of shooting courses designed for different skill levels and preferences. The two 12-station sporting clays courses - the Mesquite Course and Prairie Course - provide dynamic and challenging clay presentations. For those interested in traditional trap and skeet shooting, Abilene Clay Sports operates two skeet fields and three trap fields, including two voice-activated systems and one wobble trap. The Valley Course five-stand offers a particularly scenic shooting experience, overlooking the surrounding valley and providing recreational shooters with stunning views while they practice. Advanced shooters can also take advantage of FITASC and Snooker courses, catering to competitive enthusiasts.
Instruction is a key strength of the operation. Certified instructors are available to help both beginners learning the fundamentals of clay shooting and experienced shooters looking to refine their technique and advance their skills. This commitment to education makes Abilene Clay Sports an welcoming environment for newcomers while still offering serious competitive opportunities for experienced marksmen.
The facility’s clubhouse serves as a social hub and functional center, offering ammunition sales and hosting events for members and private groups. This infrastructure supports both casual recreation and more formal competition or training sessions. The range provides flexible access options: membership tiers are available at Standard ($250/year with $0.45 per target), Elite ($350/year with $0.38 per target), and Platinum levels ($5,500/year including 8,000 free targets), while day passes are available for $20, making the range accessible to casual visitors and serious competitors alike.
With its combination of diverse shooting disciplines, professional instruction, scenic grounds, and community-focused management, Abilene Clay Sports has earned its position as a respected shooting destination in West Texas. The 4.7-star rating from nearly 20 reviews reflects the facility’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction across all aspects of the shooting experience.