The Bullet Ranch is an indoor shooting range and gun store at 12425 Broad Street SW in Pataskala, Ohio, serving Central Ohio. The range is open seven days a week and sells memberships (lifetime, annual and monthly options are mentioned on the site) alongside walk-in lane rentals.
The indoor range has ten 75-foot lanes certified for all types of weapons. The range is climate controlled. Rules limit use to handgun and rifle fire: shotguns, muzzleloaders and black powder firearms are not permitted on the indoor range, and short-barreled 7.62x51, 7.62x39 and 7.62x54R firearms (including AR pistols and Dracos) are prohibited unless suppressed. Suppressed firearms can be shot with proof of ownership (tax stamp copy), and full-auto fire by guests is subject to staff approval. A V23 Live Fire Training Simulator, which projects interactive games and drills onto a paper target 11-12 feet from the firing line and works with personal or rented handguns, is available by appointment, along with a virtual laser training simulator.
Training includes the 8-hour Ohio Concealed Carry class ($99), a range session to complete an approved online CHL course ($129), Concealed Carry II: Advanced Tactics, CCW Handgun One, AR-15 Fundamentals, Youth Gun Safety, NRA Youth Marksmanship Qualification Program, Ladies On Target, a Ladies First Shots (Firearms 101) class, and USCCA classes. Private instruction is available. Leagues include a Bullseye League and a Friday night Practical Action Shooting League.
Rental firearms include pistols, long guns and full-auto machine guns. The store also operates as an FFL, with new and used firearm sales, Class 3/NFA and suppressor sales, LEO/first responder sales, armorer and gunsmith services, NFA laser engraving, Form 1 SBR and Form 4 transfer services, digital fingerprinting, layaway, consignment, and gift cards. The entire range can be rented for private parties and corporate events.
At a glance
Range type: Indoor, Pistol, Rifle, Training / Classes, Virtual Simulator
Lanes / positions: 10
Distances: 75 feet (10 indoor lanes)
Access: Open to the public
Minimum age: 12 (minors must be supervised)
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Youth programs · Private lane / facility rental · Hosts competitions
Services, training & programs
10-lane indoor range, 75 feet, certified for all types of weapons
Lane rental: $25 single shooter, $15 each additional shooter
Handgun rental: $20
Long gun rental: $30
Full-auto machine gun rental: $30 (21+)
Semi-auto firearm rentals
V23 Live Fire Training Simulator (by appointment)
Virtual Laser Training Simulator
Premiere lane reservations (skip the line) and member lane reservations
Ohio Concealed Carry class (8 hours, $99)
Online CHL course range session (2 hours, $129)
Concealed Carry II: Advanced Tactics ($129, max 12 students)
CCW Handgun One ($89, max 15 students)
AR-15 Fundamentals
Youth Gun Safety and NRA Youth Marksmanship Qualification Program
Ladies On Target and Ladies First Shots (Firearms 101) classes
USCCA classes
Private instruction
Bullseye League and Friday night Practical Action Shooting League
Ladies Night
Private range rental for parties and corporate events (from $300/hour)
Individual, family and corporate memberships
New and used firearm sales, Class 3/NFA and suppressor sales
LEO / first responder sales
FFL transfers, including person-to-person transfers
Armorer and gunsmith services, NFA laser engraving
Form 1 SBR and Form 4 transfer services, digital fingerprinting
Replacement CHL certificate and purchase receipts
Layaway, estate appraisal and consignment, gun buy-back
Online discount store and gift cards
Foundation scholarship program
Amenities
Gun Rental
Ammo Sales
Retail / Gun Store
Gunsmith
Targets
Online Booking
Gift Cards
Shooting Simulator
Full Auto Rentals
Wheelchair Accessible
Event / Venue Space
Pro Shop
Pricing at The Bullet Ranch
Range fees & day rates
Lane rental (single shooter): $25 — Generally unlimited time unless people are waiting, then limited to 1 hour. Last call for lane rental is 45 minutes before close.
Additional shooter: $15
Pistol rental: $20 — Ammo for rental guns must be purchased from the range. Renter must be 21+.
Long gun rental: $30 — Renter must be 18+.
Full auto rental: $30 — Must be 21+.
Memberships
Individual, Family and Corporate Memberships: Contact for pricing — Individual, family and corporate (up to five people) memberships; monthly and annual options, prices listed on the site's purchase pages. Annual memberships get 10% off for seniors over 62, current and former military, and first responders. One card is issued per family; other members show ID. Upgrades can be done any time and reset expiration to one year from upgrade. Purchase online, by phone, or in store; card made in store.
Free shooting days
Reduced shooting fees
Reduced guest fees
Training discounts
Invitations to member-only events
Member lane reservations
Training & classes
Ohio Concealed Carry Class: $99 — 8-hour class (6 hours classroom, 2 hours live fire); firearms provided free, ammo not included. Meets Ohio Revised Code 2923.125(G)(1). Valid Ohio ID required.
Online CHL Course Range Session: $129 — 2-hour range session to complete an approved online CHL course.
Concealed Carry II: Advanced Tactics: $129 — About 3 hours, 80% on range, max 12. Requires Ohio CHL or equivalent. Bring 300 rounds, 2 magazines, closed-toe shoes, eye and ear protection.
CCW Handgun One: $89 — 4-hour course, classroom and range, max 15. CHL required; not for new shooters. Bring 100-150 rounds and 2 magazines. Membership discount applies; extra 5% off when referring a friend.
Ladies First Shots (Firearms 101): See class calendar — 2-hour ladies-only class for women 18+ new to shooting.
USCCA classes: See class calendar — Home and personal protection plan, and defensive pistol skills classes.
AR 15 Fundamentals, Youth Gun Safety, NRA Youth Marksmanship, Ladies On Target, Private Instruction: See class calendar
Packages & experiences
Private range rental: $300/hour — Rent the entire climate-controlled indoor range for bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthdays, anniversaries or corporate events. Multi-hour discounts apply. Machine guns, rifles, pistols and simulator are à la carte. A 90-minute group event can be booked online.
Black Friday Machine Gun Mania (Nov 27, 2026, 11am-6pm): Free — No lane fees or machine gun rental charge with ammo purchase; must be 21+ with ID.
Class schedule change policy: free with 10+ days notice; 50% fee 2-10 days before; no changes under 48 hours and fee forfeited. V23 simulator lane bookings are nonrefundable. Free range time for veterans was listed on Nov 10, 2026.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Valid photo ID or member card, eye and ear protection (required at all times in the range area), approved ammo or purchase on site, targets.
Ammo policy: Own ammo allowed if inspected and approved by staff before entering the range. Steel, armor piercing and some military surplus ammo prohibited (violation results in permanent ban). Rental firearms require ammo purchased from the range. Ohio law: 21+ for pistol ammo, 18+ for long gun ammo.
Age policy: Minors 12 and older may shoot if they can physically control the firearm, accompanied by an adult and supervised by a Range Safety Officer at all times. Children must not be left unattended. If not the parent/guardian, bring a signed Minor Firearms Waiver. Pregnant women are not allowed on the indoor range. Renting handguns requires 21+; rifles and shotguns 18+; full auto 21+.
Rental requirements: Valid photo ID; renter must be 21+ for handguns and full auto, 18+ for long guns. Staff may refuse rentals.
Dress code: Closed-toe shoes required for Advanced Tactics class.
First-timer tips: Inexperienced shooters need prior instruction, coaching and Range Officer approval. Arrive at least 1 hour before closing; last shooter accepted 45 minutes before close. Drawing from a holster is not allowed without approval. Food, drink and alcohol are prohibited on the range. Only regulation paper targets at eye level.
Hours
Monday: 10am - 8pm
Tuesday: 10am - 8pm
Wednesday: 10am - 8pm
Thursday: 10am - 8pm
Friday: 10am - 7pm
Saturday: 10am - 7pm
Sunday: 10am - 7pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours?
Monday-Thursday 10am-8pm; Friday-Sunday 10am-7pm. Last shooter is accepted 45 minutes before closing.
Where is The Bullet Ranch?
12425 Broad Street SW, Pataskala, Ohio 43062. Phone (740) 964-1787.
How much does it cost to shoot?
Non-member lane rental is $25 for a single shooter and $15 for each additional shooter.
Is there a time limit?
Lane fee covers one hour, but you may keep shooting if no one is waiting. When there is a line, time is limited to 1 hour.
Can I rent a gun?
Yes. Pistols are $20, long guns $30, full auto $30. Handgun and full-auto renters must be 21+, long gun renters 18+. Ammo must be bought from the range.
Can I use my own ammo?
Yes, if staff inspect and approve it first. Steel, armor-piercing and some military surplus ammo are prohibited.
Do I need ID?
Yes, a valid photo ID or member card is required to go on the range.
Can children shoot?
Yes, ages 12 and older who can control the firearm, supervised by a Range Safety Officer and accompanied by an adult. A minor waiver is needed if you are not the parent/guardian.
Can I shoot a shotgun?
No. Shotguns, muzzleloaders and black powder firearms are not allowed on the indoor range.
Do you offer concealed carry classes?
Yes. The 8-hour Ohio Concealed Carry class is $99, and a $129 range session completes approved online CHL courses. Advanced classes are also offered.
Do you offer memberships?
Yes: individual, family and corporate (up to five people). Benefits include free shooting days, reduced fees, training discounts and member events. Annual memberships are 10% off for seniors over 62, military and first responders.
Can I rent the range for a party?
Yes. Private range rental starts at $300 per hour with multi-hour discounts. Contact Jerry at jerryc@thebulletranch.com or (740) 964-1787.
Is the range wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Speak with staff for assistance.
Can I shoot my own suppressed or full-auto firearm?
Suppressed firearms are allowed with proof of ownership (tax stamp copy). Full-auto fire is subject to staff permission and may be limited when busy.
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