Three Points Public Shooting Range is an outdoor range at 18300 W Ajo Highway, about 25 miles west of downtown Tucson on U.S. Route 86. The entrance is on the north side of the road, about 2.5 miles west of Robles Junction (Three Points), just past Mile Post 148. It is operated by the Tucson Rifle Club, organized in 1896 and chartered by the NRA in 1919, under a lease with the Arizona Game & Fish Department. The range was dedicated April 12, 1969.
The facility has several separate ranges, all facing north. The High Power Rifle (Milt Hood) Silhouette Range has a covered firing line and concrete benches out to 500 meters, with silhouettes at 200, 300, 385 and 500 meters. The Public Sight-In Range and the Blackpowder Range each reach 100 meters. The Smallbore Rifle Silhouette (.22) Range is limited to rimfire rifles and pistols. The Pistol Silhouette Range has steel animal silhouettes at 50, 100, 150 and 200 meters and Hunter/Field pistol targets at 25, 50, 75 and 100 meters. The High Power Rifle Range has 15 firing points at 200, 300, 600 and 1000 yards. Multipurpose Action Ranges allow shotguns, and rifles and pistols with cast-bullet ammunition in the short bays. A DPS range (100 yards) is available by Rangemaster permission only.
Public ranges are first come, first served, with a daily range fee for non-members. Last arrival to shoot is 3:30 p.m. and last shots are 4:30 p.m. Summer hours run June 1 to August 31 with an earlier close. The range may close in extreme heat, and some ranges close for matches and events, so checking the calendar or calling the Range Office is advised.
The club hosts and has a history of national and state silhouette championships, and schedules matches in High Power Rifle, Metallic Silhouette, Tactical Action/USPSA, benchrest (including 1000-yard), blackpowder, smallbore, John C. Garand matches, and a Tactical Night Shoot. Law enforcement agencies such as AZ DPS, Game & Fish and DHS/HSI use the range and a classroom for training. A monthly 4-H Shooting Sports range day is held. Household memberships are available, and the range can be reserved for events and camping by request.
At a glance
Range type: Outdoor, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Long Range / Precision, Training / Classes
Distances: High Power Silhouette: 500 meters max (targets at 200, 300, 385, 500 m). Public Sight-In: 100 meters. Blackpowder: 100 meters. Smallbore Silhouette (.22): practice gongs at 40, 60, 77, 100 meters. DPS Range: 100 yards (by permission). Pistol Silhouette: 50, 100, 150, 200 meters; Hunter/Field targets at 25, 50, 75, 100 meters. High Power Rifle Range: 200, 300, 600, 1000 yards (15 firing points). Multipurpose Action Ranges: short bays and long bays.
Access: Open to the public
Good to know: Memberships available · Family friendly · Youth programs · Private lane / facility rental · Hosts competitions · Law enforcement / military training
Credentials
Established: 1896 (Tucson Rifle Club); Three Points range dedicated April 12, 1969
Affiliations: NRA-chartered (1919); Civilian Marksmanship Program affiliate; operated under lease from Arizona Game & Fish Department
Awards: Milt Hood received the NRA National Service Award in 1969 for building the range
Services, training & programs
Public Sight-In Range, 100 meters, covered firing line, concrete benches
High Power Rifle (Milt Hood) Silhouette Range, 200/300/385/500 meters
High Power Rifle Range, 15 firing points at 200, 300, 600 and 1000 yards
Matches: High Power Rifle, Metallic Silhouette, USPSA/Tactical Action, Tactical Night Shoot, benchrest, blackpowder, smallbore, John C. Garand
Law enforcement and agency training range and classroom use
4-H Shooting Sports range days
Household memberships
Range reservations for groups and events
Camping reservation requests
Civilian Marksmanship Program affiliate (member purchases)
Target frames and sandbags supplied by range office
Restricted full-auto and .50 BMG use by arrangement with Rangemaster
Amenities
Targets
Hearing Protection
Pricing at Three Points Public Shooting Range
Range fees & day rates
Daily Range Fee (public ranges, non-members): $15 — Per person per day; per 2018 rate structure
Law Enforcement, First Responder and Military (non-members): $8 — Per day
Match Fees: Varies — Determined by match requirements; same for members and non-members
Commercial Use of Range: $100 - $300 — Per day, based on $15 per shooter per shooting day; minimum $100, maximum $300
Law Enforcement Agency Qualification/Training (commercial): $8 — Per shooter per shooting day
Law Enforcement, DOD and Military Testing: $300 — Per day
Commercial Use of Classroom: $75 half day / $100 full day
Memberships
Annual Household Membership: $100 — Max 2 adults per household plus children under 18. Application requires ID and US citizen/legal resident pledge. Checks payable to Tucson Rifle Club, Inc.
Two adults in the same household
All children under 18
Eligibility for CMP purchases via club affiliation
Email announcements and discipline mailing lists
Rates from the 2018 rate structure (commercial LE rate updated July 2021); confirm current fees with the Range Office. Fees collected by the Rangemaster at check-in. All visitors must sign in.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Eye and ear protection (required on or near the firing line), firearms, ammunition, Empty Chamber Indicators for open actions, and approved targets.
Ammo policy: No armor-piercing, tracer or incendiary ammunition. Action Range short bays: cast bullets only; no copper-jacketed, copper-washed or gas-checked lead bullets. Free-standing silhouettes: no centerfire rifles under 6mm (e.g. .223), no belted magnums, no armor-piercing. Fixed gongs allow any firearm. Smallbore range is rimfire only. Blackpowder range is for blackpowder/substitutes only unless Rangemaster permits. Full auto and .50 BMG restricted; see Rangemaster.
Age policy: Juniors are welcome. Shooters under 14 must be under direct, close supervision of a responsible adult (one step away). An adult must supervise all shooters under 18.
First-timer tips: Sign in at the office with the Rangemaster and pay the daily fee. Arrive before 3:30 p.m. Check the calendar or call before driving out, especially for a particular range, in hot weather or on event days. Watch for snakes, lizards and insects; do not climb berms.
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?
Monday through Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Summer hours (June 1 to August 31, 2025 per the site): opens 7:00, no new shooters after 12:30 p.m., shooting stops 1:30 p.m., closes 2:00 p.m.
What is the last time I can arrive to shoot?
Do not expect to shoot if you arrive after 3:30 p.m.; last shots must be done by 4:30 p.m.
Is the range closed on holidays?
Yes, on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
How much does it cost to shoot?
The daily range fee for non-members on public ranges is $15 per day under the 2018 rate structure. Law enforcement, first responders and military non-members pay $8 per day.
Do I need to be a member?
No. Public ranges are first come, first served, with a daily fee for non-members. A $100 annual household membership is also available.
What does membership cover?
Two adults in the same household and all children under 18 for $100 per year. Membership also qualifies for CMP purchases through the club's affiliation.
Where is the range located?
18300 W Ajo Highway, about 25 miles west of downtown Tucson on U.S. 86, entrance on the north side about 2.5 miles west of Robles Junction, just past Mile Post 148.
What is the age policy?
Juniors are welcome. Under 14 requires close adult supervision (one step away), and an adult must supervise all shooters under 18.
Is eye and ear protection required?
Yes, during all firing periods while on or near the firing line.
Are there ammunition restrictions?
Armor-piercing, tracer and incendiary ammunition are prohibited. Some ranges have additional restrictions, such as cast bullets only in the Action Range short bays and rimfire only on the smallbore range.
Can I shoot full-auto or .50 BMG?
Use is restricted; see the Rangemaster for details.
Can the range close unexpectedly?
Yes. It may close in extreme heat or for repairs, and some ranges are unavailable for matches and events. Check the calendar or call (520) 822-5189.
Can I reserve the range for a group or event?
Yes. Submit the Reservation Request Form and the User/Group Agreement; the calendar page covers costs and insurance requirements.
Does the range offer classes?
No public classes with published prices are listed. The range hosts 4-H range days, matches, and law enforcement training.