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Is target shooting allowed in Colorado Parks & Wildlife public shooting ranges right now?
Open Generally yes, with rules
20 of 21 ranges have no posted CPW closure or alert; 1 range(s) need a check (see list).
20 of 21 ranges have no posted CPW closure or alert; 1 range(s) need a check (see list).
Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 3:37 PM MT
Official source: Colorado Parks & Wildlife public shooting ranges →
Verify before you go. Fire restrictions and closures can change daily. Confirm with the managing agency and follow posted signs. This page is not legal advice.
Mapped ranges, closures and restriction zones
| Name | Type | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barr Lake State Park Archery Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Basalt State Wildlife Area Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| Bayfield Lions Club Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range, Archery Range. source |
| Big Thompson Bowhunters at Lon Hagler SWA | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Bighorn Archery Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Byers Canyon Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range, Archery Range. source |
| Cameo Shooting and Education Complex | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range, Archery Range. source |
| Chaffee County Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| Cheyenne Mountain State Park Archery Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Colorado Clays Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| Conejos County Public Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| Devils Nose Target Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| Family Shooting Center at Cherry Creek State Park | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| Hayden Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| Lathrop State Park Archery Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Mike Higbee State Wildlife Area Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
| North Sterling State Park Archery Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Park County Shooting Range | Shooting range | Restricted | CPW alert: The range is OPEN but there is a stage 2 fire ban in effect. Learn more . Range type: Shooting Range, Archery Range. source |
| Staunton State Park Archery Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Trinidad Lake Archery Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Archery Range. source |
| Two Buttes State Wildlife Area Shooting Range | Shooting range | Open | Range type: Shooting Range. source |
General rules
- Each range sets its own hours, fees and allowed firearms; check the range page before you go.
- Many CPW ranges require a valid hunting/fishing license or a State Wildlife Area pass.
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