GOOD NEWS! UPDATED as of 12/27/2023: The Joe Foss Shooting Range will remain open under a short-term permit thanks to the Arizona Citizen's Defense League Foundation. Meanwhile, they were also the successful respondent to the recent Request of Expressions of Interest, and we will work to establish a long-term contract.
HOURS OF OPERATION |
The public shooting range will be temporarily closed on the following dates due to staffing issues:
- Saturday, March 16, 2024
- Sunday, March 17, 2024
We apologize for the inconvenience.
UPDATED 3/15/2024
The Joe Foss Shooting Complex is open Saturday and Sunday from 7:30 am - 1:30 pm. Questions...please call (623) 327-1180.
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First time shooters will be asked to watch a safety and instruction video when they visit the Joe Foss Shooting Range.
PLEASE NOTE: There is no landline at the range. If you have questions not addressed on this page please email them to: contact@joefossshootingcomplex.com.
The General Joe Foss Shooting Complex is located in the Buckeye Hills Regional Park, just five (5) miles south of Buckeye, Arizona. The park is located about 10.5 miles south of I-10 on S.R. 85. For those with a GPS, the Lat and Lon is 112.64255 and 33.27679.
About the General Joe Foss Shooting Complex
Operating hours
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Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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Directions |
The Joe Foss public range is located in the Buckeye Hills Regional Park, located 10.5 miles south of I-10 Exit 112 on SR85. The exit is immediately after Mile Marker 144. To download directions, click here.
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Daily Public Fees
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- Adults - $7 per shooter
- Active Duty Military and Law Enforcement - $5 per shooter
- Adults (non-shooting observers) - $7
- Under 18 - Free
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Trap and Skeet |
Site also includes a Trap and Skeet field.
Prices for a round (27 clays) of Trap or Skeet are:
- Adults - $7
- Active Duty Military and Law Enforcement - $6
- Under 18 - $6
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Shooting distance
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Maximum distance of 200 yards at the Main Rifle and Pistol Range (which is dedicated to the memory of, and honors Ensign John C. Butler)
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Allowable firearms
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All except for the .50 BMG cal. Full auto is allowed. Shotguns shooting slugs only on the Main Rifle and Pistol Range; i.e., no birdshot or buckshot is permitted.
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Ammunition
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All except armor piercing, incendiary, tracer and exploding ammunition. No birdshot or buckshot is allowed on the Main (200 yard) and Training (50 yard) ranges.
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Targets
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Users may bring their own paper targets. Target frames are provided. Steel targets are not allowed. Targets may also be purchased at the range from the Retail Store and Check-In located inside the Main Building, if necessary.
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Other
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Ear and eye protection is required. These items may also be purchased at the range from the Retail Store and Check-In located inside the Main Building if needed.
All firearms must be cased. If you do not have a case for your firearm they may be rented in the store. Upon arrival, leave the firearm in your vehicle and proceed to the store to rent a case.
Drawing and shooting from a holster are not permitted on the 200-yard Ensign John C. Butler Main Range.
No more than two persons are allowed at a shooting bench.
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Concessions
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The facility does have a drink vending machine in the retail store. The machine contains soft drinks and water - no food or snack items are available to date.
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Range contact information
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Email: contact@joefossshootingcomplex.com
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Volunteers needed
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The General Joe Foss Shooting Complex is owned by Maricopa County Parks & Rec, operated by the Arizona Citizens Defense League Foundation, and run by an all-volunteer staff. This is a great opportunity for people who have time to help others enjoy shooting sports. Please email contact@joefossshootingcomplex.com for information and details regarding volunteer opportunities.
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Fee Payment Options |
Credit/Debit cards ONLY are accepted for payment of fees and merchandise at the General Joe Foss Shooting Complex. |