About Alpine Shooting Range
Alpine Shooting Range stands as a cornerstone of the North Texas shooting community, having served firearms enthusiasts since 1968. Located at 5482 Shelby Road in Fort Worth, this comprehensive facility seamlessly blends a full-service gun shop with multiple shooting ranges designed to accommodate shooters of all experience levels, from curious first-timers to seasoned competitors.
The facility’s dual-focus approach - retail operations paired with hands-on range services - creates a unique ecosystem where customers can browse inventory, receive expert guidance, and test equipment in the same visit. The retail side stocks an impressive inventory spanning handguns, rifles, shotguns, ammunition in bulk, optics, night vision equipment, and tactical accessories. Beyond firearms, Alpine also offers professional gunsmith services, license to carry instruction, and firearm transfer services, positioning itself as a complete shooting sports destination.
What sets Alpine apart is the consistent emphasis on personalized service backed by genuine expertise. Multiple reviews highlight interactions with staff members who demonstrate deep knowledge of products and shooting disciplines. Tony, mentioned specifically by several customers, exemplifies this approach by taking time to explain the nuances of different rifles, guide customers through proper handling, and answer detailed questions without rushing people through their experience. This level of attentiveness extends throughout the operation, from retail counter staff to range personnel, creating a welcoming environment that particularly benefits newcomers who might otherwise feel intimidated by a shooting range.
The outdoor range facilities cater to multiple disciplines. The clay target shooting areas attract competitors and recreationalists alike, while the multiple-distance rifle ranges accommodate everything from 22 targets to 600-yard precision shooting. The existence of separate qualification requirements for longer-distance shooting indicates a structured, safety-conscious operation. The fact that customers mention ranges ranging from 22 to 300 to 600 yards demonstrates a facility designed for serious marksmanship training and competitive shooting.
Infrastructure improvements represent another theme in customer feedback. Long-time visitors note significant facility enhancements over the past two decades, indicating management commitment to modernization while preserving what works. The range’s accessibility from Dallas/Shreveport via a warehouse location shows operational sophistication and regional reach.
Even critical feedback reinforces the operation’s stability. Comments about the steel range needing occasional updates come paired with praise for consistent functionality and maintained equipment. The FMJ ammunition restriction on centerfire rifles - while creating an inconvenience for some - reflects a thoughtful approach to range safety and overpenetration concerns. This willingness to enforce safety policies despite potential customer dissatisfaction suggests principled management.
The consistent 4.4-star rating across nearly 900 reviews in a competitive market reflects both the facility’s fundamental soundness and the reality that specialized niche operations naturally attract passionate but occasionally critical customers. Alpine’s longevity since 1968 and demonstrated facility expansion over recent decades position it as a stable, established resource rather than a trendy pop-up venue.