Pima Pistol Club is an outdoor pistol and rifle complex in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, northwest of Tucson near the Oro Valley/Catalina border. The club was organized in 1916 and incorporated in 1920, originally shared range land in the Starr Pass area, and has been at its present site since the late 1960s. It is privately owned and offers both public ranges for day-fee visitors and member-only ranges.
The public side has two ranges. Range 1 is a pistol range with targets placed 10 to 15 yards out, and Range 2 is a rifle range out to 100 yards (targets 25 to 100 yards from the bench or prone, and at least 50 yards when shooting standing). Public ranges are bench-only: holsters, drawing, rapid fire and tactical sling use are not permitted. The member side adds dynamic pistol and rifle bays that allow movement, holster work and steel targets (pistol calibers only, 10-yard minimum): Ranges 3 and 4 (50 yards), 5A through 5D (20 to 25 yards), 6 and 8 (training ranges), 9 (55 yards), 10 (15 yards), 11 (20 yards) and 12 (17 yards). Range 5 can also be set up as a 200-yard long-distance range, most often during hunting season, at the on-duty RSO's discretion and for up to two hours per visit.
Most legal firearms are allowed, including suppressors, SBRs, SBSs and fully automatic firearms. Restricted items include .50 BMG, .416 Barrett and anything with comparable or greater muzzle energy, tracer, incendiary, armor-piercing and exploding rounds, and pistol-grip-only shotguns on public ranges. Shotguns may fire slugs only at target stands. The club does not sell or rent firearms, so visitors must bring their own.
Pima Pistol Club hosts IDPA, USPSA, Steel Challenge, Action Pistol, Tactical .22 Precision Rifle, Steel Workers, PCSL, Rimfire Challenge, BUG Gun and 2-Gun Action matches. Independent, board-approved instructors teach on site, and there is a classroom for approved user groups. The club serves casual shooters, competitors, law enforcement and military users. Children 6 to 17 shoot free under adult supervision (excluding classes), and members can add a spouse for $50 a year. There are no range reservations; ranges are assigned first come, first served by the on-duty Range Safety Officer.
At a glance
Range type: Outdoor, Pistol, Rifle, Long Range / Precision, Training / Classes
Distances: Public Range 1 (pistol): targets 10-15 yards. Public Range 2 (rifle): up to 100 yards. Member-only bays: Ranges 3 & 4 up to 50 yards; 5A 25 yards; 5B 25 yards; 5C 20 yards; 5D 25 yards (pistol and rifle); Range 9 55 yards (pistol and rifle); Range 10 15 yards; Range 11 20 yards; Range 12 17 yards; Range 5 long-distance configuration 200 yards (seasonal, at RSO discretion).
Access: Open to the public
Minimum age: 6 (minors must be supervised)
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Hosts competitions · Law enforcement / military training
Credentials
Established: 1920
Affiliations: Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) senior affiliate club; hosts IDPA, USPSA, NRA Action Pistol, Steel Challenge and PCSL matches
Awards: Members include Eric France (2023 IDPA World Champion, High Law Enforcement, iron sights CDP) and Elias Frangoulis (2023 USPSA Single Stack National Champion)
Services, training & programs
Public Range 1: pistol range, targets 10-15 yards, bench shooting only
Public Range 2: rifle range up to 100 yards
Member-only Ranges 3 & 4: mirrored 50-yard training bays with plate racks, walls and barricades
Member-only Range 5 (The Corral): four independent bays, 5A (25 yd), 5B (25 yd), 5C (20 yd), 5D (25 yd pistol/rifle)
Range 5 long-distance configuration: 200 yards, seasonal, up to 2 hours per visit at RSO discretion
Member-only Ranges 6 & 8 training ranges
Member-only Range 9 (The Pit): 55-yard dynamic pistol and rifle; used for SASS cowboy and steel matches
Wednesday Action Pistol matches (first and third Wednesdays)
Independent instructor private lessons and group classes
Classroom for board-approved instructor user groups
Law enforcement and military use of ranges; user groups and government agency affiliates
Loaner firearm cases available from RSO office
Paper targets and chamber flags sold at RSO office
Member perks partner discount program
Monthly board of directors meetings (2nd Tuesday, 6PM) open to members
Amenities
Targets
Hearing Protection
Pricing at Pima Pistol Club
Range fees & day rates
Non-member day fee: $20 — Public Range 1 (pistol) and Range 2 (rifle). Open daily 7am-5pm.
Active/retired military, law enforcement & firefighter day fee: $18 — Discounted non-member day fee.
Youth 6-17: Free — Under adult supervision; free at all times except classes.
Chamber flags: $1 — Available at the RSO Range Office; required on uncased firearms when range is COLD or gun not in use.
Paper targets: $1 — Limited selection sold at the RSO Range Office.
Foam ear plugs: Varies — Basic foam ear plugs for sale at the RSO office. Eye and ear protection are mandatory.
Member guest passes: 2 per year included — Members receive two digital guest passes each year (a $40 value) to bring non-member guests to member ranges.
Memberships
MIL/LEO/Firefighter Membership: $185 — Per year, plus a $125 first-year initiation fee. Applications are processed in person at the range during range hours only, not online.
Access to member ranges every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Full use of steel targets, range barricades, holster use and sling use
Access to all member meetings
Two digital PPC guest passes per year ($40 value)
PPC member ID and orientation to member ranges
Member perks discounts at partner businesses
NRA Membership: $200 — Per year for current NRA members, plus a $125 first-year initiation fee. Processed in person during range hours.
Access to member ranges every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Full use of steel targets, range barricades, holster use and sling use
Access to all member meetings
Two digital PPC guest passes per year ($40 value)
PPC member ID and orientation to member ranges
Member perks discounts at partner businesses
Non-NRA Membership: $225 — Per year, plus a $125 first-year initiation fee. Processed in person during range hours.
Access to member ranges every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Full use of steel targets, range barricades, holster use and sling use
Access to all member meetings
Two digital PPC guest passes per year ($40 value)
PPC member ID and orientation to member ranges
Member perks discounts at partner businesses
Spouse & Family Add-on: $50 — A spouse membership can be added to any primary membership for $50 annually.
Same range access as the primary membership
Youth under 18 shoot free under adult supervision
Training & classes
Tim Herron 3-Day Practical Performance Class with Match on Sunday: See class calendar — March 5-7, 2027, 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM, with AJ Zito; register through PractiScore.
Private and small-group lessons - Brittany Klein: Contact for pricing — NRA and USCCA certified pistol instructor; beginner to intermediate lessons covering range and firearm safety, components, manipulations, fundamentals, dry fire and live fire.
Private pistol and competition instruction - Nami Iranshahi: Contact for pricing — Full-time trainer and competitive shooter (IDPA, USPSA, IPSC); one-on-one general pistol and competition coaching.
Live and dry-fire fundamentals - Jeremy Parmenter: Contact for pricing — NRA certified firearms instructor and PPC Range Safety Officer.
Private lessons and group classes - Paige Roux: Contact for pricing — Specializes in new firearm owners and women. PPC members get 50% off the first private lesson (code PIMAPL) and $50 off group classes (code PIMACLASS).
Pistol, rifle and firearms safety - AimStraight AZ: Contact for pricing — Classroom instruction and private lessons by an NRA certified instructor and Chief RSO; discounts for veterans, first responders, teachers and church-security volunteers.
Praetor Firearms Training (formerly Archon): Contact for pricing — Pistol courses from an introductory semi-automatic pistol class to Level 1 Pistol; founded by an NRA certified instructor and RSO.
Packages & experiences
Action Pistol Match: $25 — $5 discount for PPC members. First and third Wednesdays; four to five stages, 150 rounds. Register on PractiScore.
2-Gun Action Match: $25 — Run-and-gun rifle and pistol match. Register on PractiScore.
Range open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and special events; may close early for weather or if no shooters are present in the afternoon, so calling ahead is recommended. Gate opens 7am, first shot 7:30am, last check-in 4pm, last shot 4:30pm. No range reservations. Member perks include discounts at partner businesses (e.g., Diamondback Shooting Sports, Riton Optics, Missouri Bullet Company, local restaurants) and CMP senior-affiliate access to surplus M1 Garand purchases.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Valid ID (driver's license, passport, military ID, state ID or law enforcement ID), your firearms in a case or bag, ammunition, eye and ear protection (mandatory), targets and stapler or tape, and chamber flags ($1 at the RSO office if needed). Water and sunscreen are suggested for matches.
Ammo policy: Prohibited: .50 BMG, .416 Barrett or cartridges with comparable or greater muzzle energy, tracer, incendiary, armor-piercing and exploding rounds. Shotguns may fire slugs only at target stands; birdshot is function-test only. Steel targets on member ranges: pistol calibers only, minimum 10 yards. Pistol-grip-only shotguns not allowed on public ranges.
Age policy: Children under 6 may not be on PPC property. Children 6-17 shoot free (except classes) and must always be supervised. Ages 6-9 may shoot only .22LR and smaller under direct adult supervision; ages 10 and older may shoot rimfire and centerfire. Supervising adults must be over 18 and a blood relative, stepparent or legal guardian, and must complete a waiver. Two supervising adults are required for two or more children under 10; only one child shoots at a time per adult, and the adult must be within arm's reach and not shooting.
Rental requirements: The club does not sell or rent firearms. Bring your own.
Dress code: Not specified.
First-timer tips: Come through the gate with all firearms unloaded and cased; stop at the clearing station inside the gate if any gun is loaded or you carry. Check in at the Range Office; first-time visitors watch a short safety video and sign a waiver and rules acknowledgment. The RSO will direct you to the proper range. Public ranges are HOT unless flashing lights and audible signals indicate COLD; only set up firearms on a HOT range. Never handle firearms in the parking area. Last check-in is 4pm. Foreign nationals must present a valid passport or government ID and a valid hunting license.
Hours
Monday: 7am - 5pm
Tuesday: 7am - 5pm
Wednesday: 7am - 5pm
Thursday: 7am - 5pm
Friday: 7am - 5pm
Saturday: 7am - 5pm
Sunday: 7am - 5pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours?
Open daily 7am-5pm. The gate opens at 7am and first shot is 7:30am. Last check-in is 4pm and last shot is 4:30pm. The range may close early for weather or if there are no shooters in the afternoon, so call (520) 825-4440 to verify.
When is the range closed?
Thanksgiving, Christmas and special events.
Where is it located?
13990 N Lago Del Oro Pkwy, Tucson, AZ 85739, in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains northwest of Tucson near the Oro Valley/Catalina border.
How much does it cost to shoot as a non-member?
The non-member day fee is $20, or $18 for active and retired military, law enforcement and firefighters. Youth ages 6-17 shoot free (except classes).
What can the public shoot?
Two public ranges: Range 1, a pistol range with targets at 10-15 yards, and Range 2, a rifle range out to 100 yards. Both are bench-only with no holsters or drawing.
Do you rent guns?
No. Pima Pistol Club does not sell or rent firearms.
Do I need a reservation?
No. There are no range reservations. Ranges are assigned first come, first served by the RSO, and you can call to check range status.
What is the age policy?
Children under 6 are not allowed on the property. Ages 6-17 must be supervised by a parent, stepparent or legal guardian over 18 who has signed a waiver. Ages 6-9 are limited to .22LR and smaller.
What ammunition is not allowed?
No .50 BMG, .416 Barrett or equivalent-energy cartridges, tracer, incendiary, armor-piercing or exploding rounds. Shotguns may fire slugs only at target stands. Suppressors, SBRs, SBSs and full-auto firearms are permitted.
Is eye and ear protection required?
Yes, both are mandatory. Basic foam ear plugs are sold at the RSO office.
What do I need for my first visit?
A valid ID, your cased and unloaded firearms, ammo and protection. You will sign a waiver and rules form, receive a yellow non-member ID (your ID is held until you leave) and watch a short safety video on your first visit.
How does membership work and what does it cost?
Annual memberships are $185 (MIL/LEO/Firefighter), $200 (NRA) or $225 (non-NRA), plus a $125 first-year initiation fee. Spouse add-on is $50 a year. Members use up to 15 ranges, steel targets and holsters, and get two guest passes yearly. Sign up in person during range hours; applications are not processed online.
Does the club offer classes?
Yes, through independent certified instructors who hold approved user groups at the club, including Brittany Klein, Nami Iranshahi, Jeremy Parmenter, Paige Roux, AimStraight AZ and Praetor Firearms Training. Check the training page for scheduled events and contact instructors for pricing.
What matches are held?
IDPA, USPSA, Steel Challenge, Action Pistol (first and third Wednesdays, $25), Tactical .22 Precision Rifle, Steel Workers, PCSL, Rimfire Challenge, BUG Gun and 2-Gun Action ($25). Registration is through PractiScore.
Can I bring a dog?
Only service dogs and law enforcement K-9s are allowed, on a leash. Comfort and pet dogs are not permitted.