Rube Powell Archery Range in San Diego, California

“First time we went, the area was quite lush with greenery. The 2nd time there was hardly any green vegetation. When we had gone the first time when it was green, it was really cool in that you felt you where out in the wilderness. The only disadvantage when it is like that is that if you miss, it was quite challenging finding the arrows. Finding the place was not easy, there was little direction on how to get there.”

— Grace C. · ★★★★☆ · 2022-1-2

“Great place for a hike and shoot 3D course! Everything was clearly marked and set up as it should be. Off the side of the 163 this place climbs in and out up and down of the hillside just beneath the Prado. Not a novice shooter, but new to the range and for only $2.00 you can shoot as much or as little as you like!”

— Ryan M. · ★★★★★ · 2022-7-26

“So this place operates on an honor system for payment. That says a lot about the guy who keeps this place running. This is an outdoor range that has about 30 plus targets set up as you walk the trails. Great variance. Multiple distances. Five thumbs up. This is not a manicured garden but gets the job done. u2705”

— Phil P. · ★★★★★ · 2023-2-1

“It's an awesome place. The range is the best it has been in years and continues to get better. The foam backers on the carpet mats were just changed out, so throw some money in the slot to help with upkeep. It's not really a brand new beginner range but that doesn't mean you have to shoot the farthest distances. As long as you know your equipment you'll be fine. Bring a bottle of water with you. There's a map at the ”

— Darren S. · ★★★★★ · 2020-7-30

“Best field range in San Diego. The San Diego Archers do a good job keeping it up. It's a nice place for everyone from beginners to pros. They are open every day, they have people who can teach you, and the environment is awesome. It's a nice way to relax and spend the day.”

— Kevin L. · ★★★★★ · 2019-6-24

“I really enjoyed visiting this range and shooting here. It's fairly hilly and the paths got a bit washed out from the recent rains, but it was still a nice hike through the canyon and the wildflowers were very pretty. I won't lie, it's a bit frustrating that during the week you have to hike past a bunch of closed targets to get to the open ones, but such is life. I also wish there was clearer signage marking which wa”

— Jill C. · ★★★★☆

“I was a little skeptical after the reviews, but was pleased to find that the range is great for being cheap to get in range. The targets are a little worn, but this is to be expected. I liked the course. I would make the pathways a little more clear as it took me a second to figure out each path. Yardages are dialed correctly and creates a unique challenge for hunters, and target shooters alike. If you can't park nea”

— Richard P. · ★★★★★

“Just got into archery a few months ago and this range has been such a great place to dive into this awesome new hobby. The range is well kept and is really peaceful for being apart of Balboa. The only downside: if youu2019re not a man, expect to get unsolicited advice. 50% of the time that my wife and I come, men will come up to us without asking and start tearing into us. Sometimes itu2019s friendly and sometimes itu2019s not. ”

— Angel M. · ★★★★☆