Los Altos Rod & Gun Club is an outdoor public shooting range at 14750 Skyline Blvd in the Santa Cruz Mountains near Los Gatos, California, operating since 1953. It is open to the public Thursday through Sunday, 9am to 4pm, on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations for individual shooters. Certified Range Safety Officers are on duty during open hours.
The club has a rifle range with 49 shooting positions and a covered firing line, with target stands at 25, 50 and 100 yards, and a pistol range with 40 positions and a covered firing line, with target stands at 7, 15 and 25 yards. A Tin Can Range with 28 positions is set up for shooting empty aluminum cans. For shotgun shooters there is an electric (automatic machine) trap range with 5 positions, available for group rentals, and a manual trap range with 10 positions. Handguns of all calibers and rifles up to (but not including) .50 BMG are allowed. Shotguns on the rifle ranges are limited to slugs, while all common shotshells are allowed on the Tin Can range. Trap ranges are limited to 7.5, 8 or 9 shot, with no more than 2 shells loaded at a time.
The club does not rent firearms. Training is provided by approved outside instructors who work with the club: ATLM Solutions (1:1 coaching, CCW preparation, FSC testing), Saber Tactics (pistol, defensive shotgun and defensive rifle training) and Practical Precision Rifle Training (rifle, optics and gear setup, precision fundamentals, long range essentials, for beginners through experienced shooters). The club has a classroom with capacity for 20 students and audiovisual equipment, available for private instruction.
The clubhouse holds registration, a pro shop that sells ammunition (for use on-site only), restrooms and a covered picnic area. Paper targets, clay targets, eye protection and ear protection are sold on-site. Day passes and annual passes are sold at the range office only. Every shooter and spectator signs a release, passes a short safety quiz to earn an Orange Safety Card, and pays an entrance fee before entering the ranges. Juniors ages 7 to 17 shoot with a parent or guardian, and military, veterans and first responders get a reduced day rate with valid ID.
At a glance
Range type: Outdoor, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Training / Classes
Distances: Rifle: target stands at 25, 50 and 100 yards (49 shooting positions). Pistol: target stands at 7, 15 and 25 yards (40 positions). Tin Can Range: 28 positions. Electric trap: 5 positions. Manual trap: 10 positions.
Access: Open to the public
Minimum age: 7 (minors must be supervised)
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Private lane / facility rental
Credentials
Established: 1953
Services, training & programs
Rifle range: 49 positions, covered firing line, targets at 25, 50 and 100 yards
Pistol range: 40 positions, covered firing line, targets at 7, 15 and 25 yards
Tin Can Range: 28 positions for shooting empty aluminum cans
Electric trap range: 5 positions, automatic trap machine, $8 per round of 25, available for group rentals
Military / Veterans / First Responders: $25 — Valid ID required. Applies to veterans, active military and first responders.
Electric Trap: $8 — Per round of 25 shots.
Gift Cards: Varies — Available in any denomination; purchased at the range.
Memberships
Annual Pass: $650 — Valid for 12 months from purchase. Purchased in person at the range office only; requires an application, signed liability waiver and valid government-issued photo ID. Pays for itself after 19 day-pass visits.
Unlimited access on public days all year
Free junior entry (ages 7-17)
Pro-shop discount
Faster check-in process
Early access to special events and classes
Discounted rates on training courses
Training & classes
ATLM Solutions: Contact for pricing — 1:1 coaching, CCW preparation and FSC testing. Contact the instructor or the club for information.
Saber Tactics: Contact for pricing — Pistol training, defensive shotgun training and defensive rifle training.
Practical Precision Rifle Training: Contact for pricing — For beginners to experienced shooters: proper rifle, optics and gear setup, precision fundamentals and long range essentials. Contact PracticalPrecisionRifle@gmail.com or 650-787-3501.
Passes cannot be purchased online; buy at the range office during operating hours. Accepted payment: all major credit and debit cards and cash; personal checks are not accepted. Closed on major holidays; check the range calendar for dates. Last shooter check-in is 3:00 PM and the range closes promptly at 4:00 PM.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Valid government-issued photo ID; your own firearm, unloaded and in a case, and ammunition (or buy ammo on-site); eye and ear protection (also sold on-site); payment (cards or cash, no personal checks); a stapler to mount paper targets; your gun's manual if you are not familiar with it.
Ammo policy: Steel core, armor-piercing, incendiary and tracer ammunition are not allowed. Handguns of all calibers and rifles up to .50 BMG (.50 BMG and larger not allowed). Shotguns: slugs only on rifle ranges; all common shotshells on the Tin Can range. Trap ranges: shot size 7.5, 8 or 9 only, no slugs, buckshot, high-velocity or magnum loads, no flash clays, max 2 shells loaded. Ammunition bought at the range must be used on-site. Steel targets, glass, explosive targets and realistic images of humans are not permitted; silhouettes are allowed.
Age policy: No one under 7 may enter the shooting range area (clubhouse/picnic/office area only). Under 18: must be accompanied by an adult at all times, with a parent or guardian present or giving written permission, and coached by a responsible adult within arm's reach of the gun (21+ for handguns, 18+ for long guns); may not purchase ammunition. Under 21: may not coach handgun shooters; may shoot handguns only with a responsible adult 21+ and parent/guardian presence or written permission; may not purchase handgun ammunition. A signed Youth Permission and Release Form is required for shooters under 21. Ages 7-17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
Rental requirements: The range does not rent firearms. Equipment may be provided during classes with a certified instructor.
Dress code: Inappropriate attire and profanity are not allowed on property. Body armor, plate carriers, holsters and holstered guns are not permitted on the ranges.
First-timer tips: First-time visitors should arrive 30 minutes early to complete the safety orientation, sign a release and pass a short quiz to receive an Orange Safety Card. Review the safety rules in advance and know how to load, unload and clear your firearm. Leave guns in your vehicle until you have checked in at the office, then drive to the shooting ranges. There is little or no cell service on site, so do not rely on phones for ride-sharing. No check-out is needed when leaving.
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9am - 4pm
Friday: 9am - 4pm
Saturday: 9am - 4pm
Sunday: 9am - 4pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours?
Open to the public Thursday through Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Closed Monday through Wednesday and on major holidays. Last shooter check-in is at 3:00 PM and the range closes promptly at 4:00 PM.
Where is the range located?
14750 Skyline Blvd, Los Gatos, CA 95033, in the Santa Cruz Mountains. There is little or no cell service on site.
How much does it cost to shoot?
A day pass is $35 for full-day access. Juniors ages 7-17 pay $20, and veterans, active military and first responders pay $25 with valid ID. Electric trap is $8 per round of 25.
Do I need a reservation?
No reservations are taken for individual shooters; it is first-come, first-served. Reservations are required for group events and training classes.
Is there an annual membership?
Yes. The Annual Pass is $650 for 12 months and includes unlimited access on public days, free junior entry, a pro-shop discount, faster check-in, early access to special events and classes, and discounted training courses. It is bought in person with an application, signed waiver and valid government-issued photo ID.
Can I rent a gun?
No. The range does not rent firearms. Equipment can be provided during a class with a certified instructor, so beginners without a firearm can book through the Training section.
I have never shot before. Can I come?
Yes. New shooters are welcome. You must complete the safety orientation, pass a brief safety quiz to receive an Orange Safety Card, and follow range rules and Range Officer instructions. Arriving 30 minutes early on your first visit is recommended.
What is the age policy?
Children under 7 cannot enter the shooting areas. Ages 7-17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times, with a signed Youth Permission and Release Form. Under-21 shooters have additional rules for handguns and ammunition purchases.
What firearms and ammunition are allowed?
Handguns of all calibers and rifles up to but not including .50 BMG. Armor-piercing, steel core, incendiary and tracer ammunition are prohibited. Binary triggers, fully automatic or selective-fire guns, long guns without shoulder stocks and BB guns are not allowed; pellet air guns are OK.
Do you sell ammunition and targets?
Yes. The pro shop sells common calibers of ammunition, which must be used on-site and cannot be taken off the property. Paper targets and clay targets are sold, and you may bring your own paper targets.
Do I need my own eye and ear protection?
Eye and ear protection must be worn on all firing ranges, including when using scopes or binoculars. Both are available for purchase at the range.
What shooting areas are available?
A rifle range (25, 50 and 100 yards), a pistol range (7, 15 and 25 yards), a Tin Can Range, an electric trap range and a manual trap range.
Are classes offered?
Approved instructors offer training on site: ATLM Solutions (1:1 coaching, CCW preparation, FSC testing), Saber Tactics (pistol, defensive shotgun, defensive rifle) and Practical Precision Rifle Training. Contact the instructors directly or the club for details.
Can I carry a concealed firearm on the property?
No. Concealed carry holders must disarm before exiting their vehicle on range property, and holsters and holstered guns are not allowed on the ranges. Firearms must be brought to the range unloaded and in a case.
What payment methods are accepted?
All major credit cards, debit cards and cash. Personal checks are not accepted.