Across Iowa, of the 118 shooting ranges we list, 102 give a phone number, 24 publish opening hours and 57 have a website.
Top 10 shooting ranges in Iowa
Ranked by how complete and owner-verified the listing info is — hours, phone, website, services. No pay-to-play. Full 2026 ranking
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1Hartford Sportsman ClubHartford
Daily 9am-midnight indoor
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3CrossRoads Shooting SportsJohnston
Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 9-6pm
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4Davenport GunsDavenport
Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12-6pm
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5Flint River Indoor Shooting RangeBurlington
See website
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6Fostoria Gun RangeFostoria
Sat noon-4pm, member 6am-10pm
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7Olofson Shooting RangePolk City
Thu-Sun 10am-5pm
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8Hawkeye Rifle & Pistol ClubSioux City
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9Banner Shooting RangeIndianola
Mon/Fri/Sat/Sun 10am-5pm
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10Nailed ItMason City
Tue-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 12-7pm
Cities
Largest first. Towns with a single range are listed further down this page.
- Cedar Rapids4
- Sioux City4
- Ackley2
- Adel2
- Ames2
- Burlington2
- Cedar Falls2
- Centerville2
- Central City2
- Clinton2
- Coon Rapids2
- Davenport2
- Dubuque2
- Fort Dodge2
- Indianola2
- Keokuk2
- Marshalltown2
- Montrose2
- Oskaloosa2
- Polk City2
- Salem2
- Searsboro2
- Spirit Lake2
- Swisher2
- Waterloo2
- West Point2
- Anita1
- Anthon1
- Auburn1
- Bettendorf1
- Boone1
- Carroll1
- Chariton1
- Clear Lake1
- Clive1
- Colfax1
- Crescent1
- Creston1
- DeWitt1
- Decorah1
- Elkhart1
- Elma1
- Farragut1
- Fostoria1
- Glenwood1
- Grand Mound1
- Hartford1
- Hiawatha1
- Homestead1
- Hopkinton1
- Hudson1
- Humboldt1
- Ireton1
- Jackson Junction1
- Johnston1
- Le Mars1
- Mason City1
- Massena1
- Mediapolis1
- Monticello1
- Mt Auburn1
- New Virginia1
- Newton1
- Osage1
- Palmer1
- Parnell1
- Pella1
- Peosta1
- Postville1
- Prairie City1
- Rock Valley1
- Russell1
- Shell Rock1
- Sigourney1
- Stockport1
- Tingley1
- Unionville1
- Ventura1
- Villisca1
- Waukee1
- Waukon1
- Webb1
- Wellman1
- West Liberty1
- Westphalia1
- Wiota1
- Yarmouth1
Iowa, by feature
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Other towns in Iowa
One range each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.
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Fowl AcresBlencoe
102 S Manley St, Blencoe, IA 51523
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Good to know about shooting ranges in Iowa
Can a felon go to a gun range?
Under federal law and state regulations in Iowa, convicted felons are generally prohibited from possessing or handling firearms and ammunition. Violating these laws at a shooting range can result in severe federal or state legal penalties. You can review safety guidelines and operational rules across 118 venues listed on RangeAtlas in Iowa.
How much is a concealed weapons permit?
The cost of a concealed weapons permit varies, usually ranging from forty to one hundred fifty dollars for state application fees plus background check processing. In Iowa, RangeAtlas lists 118 shooting and training locations where you can ask about state-specific permit requirements and documentation.
Is Utah a concealed carry state?
Utah allows permitless concealed carry for eligible adults aged twenty-one and older, while still issuing official permits for reciprocity purposes. If you are training or traveling through Iowa, RangeAtlas covers 118 local shooting ranges to help you stay sharp and informed on safe firearm handling.
Can you shoot on private property?
Shooting on private property is legal in unincorporated areas if local noise ordinances, safe backstop requirements, and distance rules from neighboring structures are met. Regulations vary across Iowa, so property owners must consult local county ordinances before establishing a private range. For dedicated safe shooting environments across Iowa, RangeAtlas lists 118 official ranges.
What does a firearm background check look for?
A firearm background check searches criminal history databases for felony convictions, domestic violence misdemeanor charges, active restraining orders, and disqualifying mental health adjudications. In Iowa, checks are processed through federal or state databases. RangeAtlas catalogs 118 licensed facilities across Iowa that assist shooters with legal firearm transfers.