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Shooting ranges in Alaska

Compare 5 ranges across Alaska, from the highest-rated facilities to the complete statewide list.

Ranked by listed rating

Top picks in Alaska

  1. No. 1

    ADF&G Indoor Shooting Range

    Fairbanks, AK 5 out of 5 (19)

    Premier indoor shooting range in Fairbanks, Alaska with excellent instruction and community focus

    The hits

    • Highly knowledgeable and friendly staff
    • Excellent hunter safety and shooting instruction classes
    • Well-maintained facility with clean range
    • Strong community focus with leagues and special events

    The misses

    • Limited weekday hours may not accommodate all schedules
    • Closed Monday and Tuesday for planning purposes
  2. No. 2

    Upper Susitna Shooters Association

    Willow, AK 4.9 out of 5 (15)

    Premier shooting range in Willow, Alaska with 1000 yard range and annual membership options

    The hits

    • Extended 1000 yard range for long-distance shooting
    • Helpful and knowledgeable staff
    • Affordable annual membership program
    • Community-focused shooting facility

    The misses

    • Seasonal closures during winter months
    • Limited facility visibility requires contacting for current hours
  3. No. 3

    Diamond Spear Guns and Ammo

    North Pole, AK 4.6 out of 5 (18)

    Diamond Spear Guns and Ammo is a North Pole firearm and ammunition retailer serving Alaskan shooters with in-stock inventory, special-order sourcing, and a reputation for fair prices and hands-on customer service.

    The hits

    • Employees are regularly described as friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to go beyond basic service to locate specialty items or correct purchase errors.
    • Pricing is frequently noted as competitive with or better than Fairbanks alternatives, alongside fair trade-in values for used firearms.
    • The store maintains a solid in-stock inventory of ammunition and firearms, with special-order capability and expedited shipping for out-of-stock items.
    • A welcoming, low-pressure atmosphere fosters repeat visits from local and traveling customers, including military-friendly service.

    The misses

    • A reported after-hours incident on store property generated a serious public allegation and a confrontational owner rebuttal, creating conflicting accounts of safety and conduct.
    • The owner has acknowledged delayed replies to customer feedback in multiple responses, indicating administrative follow-up can be inconsistent.
    • Several submitted reviews contain only star ratings without descriptive text, offering limited qualitative insight for prospective visitors.
  4. No. 4

    Kenny and Patti Barber Shooting Range

    Palmer, AK 4.6 out of 5 (95)

    Free public shooting range in Palmer, Alaska with 25-yard and 100-yard distances

    The hits

    • Free public shooting range operated by Alaska Department of Natural Resources
    • Multiple distance options with both 25-yard and 100-yard ranges available
    • Well-maintained facilities despite being unattended and publicly accessible
    • Popular destination for serious shooters willing to drive from Anchorage

    The misses

    • Unpaved access road with potholes and washboard surface requiring careful driving
    • No range officers present - shooters responsible for enforcing their own safety protocols
  5. No. 5

    South Cushman Shooting Range

    Fairbanks, AK 4.3 out of 5 (58)

    Public shooting range in Fairbanks, Alaska with covered rifle lanes and accessible facilities

    The hits

    • Covered rifle lanes provide protection from Alaska weather
    • Excellent accessibility features including wheelchair-friendly facilities
    • Recent improvements including split rifle lanes increase usability
    • Convenient public range serving the Fairbanks community

    The misses

    • Safety varies based on other shooters following range rules
    • Requires self-discipline to clean up after shooting sessions

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