SCDNR James O. Thomason Firing Range

Category: Shooting range

Address: Foster Mill Cir, Spartanburg, SC 29302, USA

Phone: +18643806276

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

stephen Steve

Jul 30, 2022

This is a great place to go to get your pew pew therapy. As I was there yesterday, I learned that not very many people know that they not only have pistol and rifle ranges, but they also have an area set aside for shotgun and archery. It is a little off of the beaten path, but it is worth it, and sometimes it is the separation from every day hum drum that we need. Grab your gear and head down there and pay the range a visit. You won't regret it.

Sam Hook

Mar 20, 2021

My experience at the range was a 10. The staff were outstanding, thoughtful and very helpful. This was my first time to the range but it won’t be my last. They were very willing to help and offered great advice. First class operation.

Zachary Johnson

Jan 8, 2021

A safe and welcoming environment. The 100 yard seems to always be packed, but with your own target stand (an old political sign is just as good) will make the 200 yard range just as good. The staff are very polite, accommodating, and informative. Be sure to bring earplugs, eye protection, and a case to carry your rifle/pistol in.

JD West

Jun 26, 2019

This is an excellent range. I the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. The premises are kept very clean. The following is a few things new people should be aware of (if this is your first time). * There is an archery range, shotgun section, pistol range, 100 meter and 50 meter rifle range. * This is a bring your own gear range so you need you bring ammo, targets and ear protection. * This place does offer target stands and some small pistol targets and a few rifle stands for sighting in scopes. * This is a public range so there is no fee * In order to place targets you need to have a seize fire so be courteous to the fellow people on your line don't. * The rifle ranges aren't set up for standing they are designed mostly for sighting in scopes. * The rules are clearly posted at the entrance read them. Even if you've been herea dozen times read them again. Be respectful to the range and your fellow shooters.

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Questions & Answers

What’s the price on shooting at the range

David wendy Scott | Apr 26, 2018
Alan Aldean | Apr 27, 2018

It is Free.

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Are they open this Saturday after the 4th ???

robert burkins | Apr 25, 2020
JD West | Apr 26, 2020

Most likely the weekend after the fourth isn't a government holiday. Edit: Also have fun and shoot off a couple rounds for America 🇺🇸

Can I take my friend who is under 18 as long as I am over 18?

RealGamerHourz | Apr 25, 2020
Dave Jennings | Apr 26, 2020

James O. Thomason Firing Range is a supervised range that is owned and operated by SCDNR in Spartanburg County. The range provides a 100 yard rifle range with 5 positions, a 200 yard rifle range with 10 positions, a 25 yard pistol range with 9 positions and two archery positions. Visitors under the age of 16 must be under the direct supervision of an adult. I would think if you are at least the age of 21 it may be ok..

What is the distance of your rifle range? How much does it cost to use?

Buddy Watson | Aug 28, 2021
Matthew Gurule | Aug 29, 2021

It's a SCDNR range so free to the public. It has a 25, 100, & 200 yard range.

how old do you have to be to shoot

Oilmens Admin | Apr 25, 2020
Travis Robinson | Apr 26, 2020

Rifle or shotgun- under 18 with a parent or 18 or older...yes. Handgun- under 16 ...no. 16-20 with someone 21 or older. 21or older ...yes.

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What is provided at the archery range? Are there targets? Is ear protection (due to the rifle range) needed?

Copperhead Mtrsprts Park | Mar 26, 2022
Amber Johnson | Mar 27, 2022

There Is Ear Protection If You Ask,, You Take Eye Coverage And Targets

Do you have to join a club to get on the shooting range

Kimberly McGuire | May 30, 2021
Christopher Bermudez | May 31, 2021

Nope

Are there holes in the ground for the targets to rest? Or should I make my own base for the target?

B K | Apr 25, 2021
Matthew Dennis | Apr 26, 2021

There are stands for holding them up but only a few. Most people bring their own homemade stand. No holes.

Is “Rapid fire” permitted?

Aaron Martin | Apr 25, 2020
JD West | Apr 26, 2020

No. The range master is keen on tapping you on the shoulder if you're getting too trigger happy.

Do they provide rifle rest or we have to bring our own? Thanks

X Y | Apr 25, 2020
Brad Casey | Apr 26, 2020

They do have some there. I'm not sure how many but you can ask the range officer and he will assist you

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Do they rent guns for firing practice?

Fernando Lima | Apr 25, 2020
robert burkins | Apr 26, 2020

No. Must have your own.

Can I shoot clay birds here with my own thrower and clays?

Vinny Congemi | Apr 25, 2020
JD West | Apr 26, 2020

Yes, the shotgun section is open and designed for that.

For the pistol range do they have targets there to use if you don't have any?

Bt | Apr 25, 2020
Travis Robinson | Apr 26, 2020

Yes. They will provide you with some Harry Hampton Memorial Foundation printed targets.

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Is this open to the public or do you have to be a member?

Amber Waddell | Apr 26, 2019
E M Kiser | Apr 27, 2019

Public

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Is this closed due to the shutdown?

Krinksss K | Apr 26, 2019
E M Kiser | Apr 27, 2019

Open

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Can you practice pistol draws from the holster here?

youraveragejoe87 | Apr 25, 2020
Travis Robinson | Apr 26, 2020

It is clearly posted on the rules of the range sign. No drawing of handguns from a holster

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I am FFL/SOT lll and legally possess machine guns. Are they allowed under those circumstances?

Joey Loftis | Apr 26, 2019
Tyler West | Apr 27, 2019

Highly doubtful. It is a DNR range so give the officer on duty a call tomorrow.

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Website says you have to bring your own target stands for the rifle range, is that still the case? Or do they have them now?

Dave Lewis | Apr 26, 2019
Michael Grooms | Apr 27, 2019

They have some but they may be in use. I always take my own. They also have some sleds, but best to take your own.

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Are AR's and SKS allowd?

Squatcher 777 | Apr 26, 2019
Tyler West | Apr 27, 2019

Yes they have a 100 and 200 yard range for rifles

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Whats. Are the hours. ?

Norma Rosas | Apr 25, 2020
Travis Robinson | Apr 26, 2020

9am-5pm Tuesday- Saturday

Would I be permitted to bring targets such as watermelons or bottles/cans if I clean up after myself? Or is it limited to paper targets only. Thank you!

Christopher Nye | Apr 26, 2018
Gary Burris | Apr 27, 2018

Paper only

What is the cost to sight in my bow? And what is the shortest and longest distance you have to sight it in ?

Todd Burge | Apr 26, 2019
Michael Grooms | Apr 27, 2019

I do not recommend their archery range unless the targets have been updated recently. The gun ranges are great.

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