Chaffee County Shooting Range State Wildlife Area
The Chaffee County Shooting Range State Wildlife Area offers a premier outdoor shooting experience in Salida, Colorado. The picturesque setting combined with top-notch facilities make it an ideal destination for firearm enthusiasts of all skill levels. Facilities include separate areas for pistols, rifles and shotguns with various target options. They prioritize safety at all levels with periodic supervision and basic training sessions for beginners. Additionally, their eco-friendly approach showcases a commitment to protect the local wildlife and its natural beauty. A neat and tidy place that caters to all shooting needs, it's the ideal gateway for a day of safe and controlled firearm fun.
Reading Material
If you are going to be a gun owner or head to the shooting range, you must know how to handle firearms safely. Here are a couple of easy-to-read gun safety book options for your to consider.


Shooting Range Gear
If you are heading for the shooting range for the first time, consider the following list of items to have with you.
- Firearms
- Ammunition
- Eye Protection
- Ear Protection
- Shooting Targets
- Staple Gun or Tape (for attaching targets)
- Range Bag
- Cleaning Kit for Firearms
- Shooting Gloves