About This Listing
The Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range is a public facility for target shooting located near Ashley, Ohio, along OH-229. Managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, it provides a designated area for rifle, pistol, and shotgun practice. The range is part of the broader Delaware Wildlife Area, which spans over 11,000 acres, offering additional outdoor recreation opportunities. The facility is designed for public use, offering a controlled environment for shooting enthusiasts. While specific hours of operation are not listed, visitors should confirm availability by contacting the Ohio DNR directly, as ranges may close seasonally or for maintenance. The range is accessible via OH-229, with the address at 1110 OH-229, Ashley, OH 43003. Basic amenities are likely limited to essential shooting facilities, so visitors should bring their own equipment and safety gear. The Ohio DNR website provides further details, including property maps and visitor guidelines. For practical information, call +1 740-287-4950 to verify hours or conditions before visiting. The range has received a high rating from users, suggesting it meets expectations for accessibility and shooting experience. However, visitors should review safety rules and any required permits on the Ohio DNR website before arriving. No additional services, such as rentals or instruction, are advertised, so preparation is key.
Located in Ashley, Ohio, this sports club offers quality facilities and services for sports enthusiasts.
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What visitors are saying
“(BEWARE: lots of ticks during our visit. Three on us alone. They must be on the footpaths) What a nice amenity for the local residents. The facilities here are fairly new and offer a variety of options for all shooting disciplines. The range officers are plentiful and helpful with any issues that arise. It gives peace of mind that they are always monitoring the safety of the ranges. They offer a 25, 50 and 100 yard r”
— Corey H. · ★★★★★ · 2025-7-7
“This place is great. Modern, clean, well equipped and great staff. In the public range world, this is exemplary. They have wooden target stands all you need is your targets, stickers or not, they have tape rolls and staple guns to attach them to preloaded cardboard stands”
— ScottHang · ★★★★★ · 2025-3-29
“Cheap and open year-round, even when it's freezing cold. Can get a bit crowded on weekends, but they always have plenty of lanes. Need to bring your own targets, but stands, cardboard, staples, and tape are provided. RSOs are friendly but will enforce no rapid-fire and open chambers during cease fire. On site bathrooms are clean.”
— 5YNAP5E · ★★★★★
“Beautiful range. Handguns only, handguns and rifles, and a hundred yard rifle range. There is also a shotgun range, but I have not seen it. The cost is $5 for a day pass or $25 for an annual pass. Itu2019s open Wednesday through Sunday.”
— David G. · ★★★★★ · 2024-9-10
“We have been there a couple of times and itu2019s always well watched by DNR folks. Our fellow shooters have been respectful about allowing for a cease fire so others can attach or check and replace their targets. We will continue to use it for practice.”
— James S. · ★★★★★ · 2025-6-23
“Bought me and my wife a year pass, went today for the first time. Heard a lot of horror stories about the range and the range masters none of which ended up being the case. We went, stayed for a couple of hours, and had a really good time. We made a couple of new friends out here too. Everyone we encountered was respectful and friendly. We will definitely be back to shoot more.”
— Rick · ★★★★★
“Great place to take the family. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and there are 3 areas with different distances for various types of practice. Just pay attention to the signs, as they are very serious about maintaining everyone's safety.”
— S C. · ★★★★★
“nice facility, frustrating staff. RSOs mostly stay in the office, then pop out to bark u201cno rapid fire/one at a timeu201d at some shooters while ignoring othersu2014yes, ODNR bans rapid fire, but the enforcement here feels arbitrary and unprofessional. ufffc The check-in/checkout ritual is another headache: they press you to report how many rounds you fired; apparently ODNR uses those counts for maintenance, but the way itu2019s hand”
— Justin B. · ★☆☆☆☆
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range located?
Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range is located at 1110 OH-229, Ashley, OH 43003, United States. It is in Ashley, Ohio.
What is the phone number for Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range?
You can call Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range at +1 740-287-4950.
What are the hours of Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range?
Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range is open as follows: Monday Closed; Tuesday Closed; Wednesday 9u202famu20135u202fpm; Thursday 9u202famu20135u202fpm; Friday 9u202famu20135u202fpm; Saturday 9u202famu20135u202fpm; Sunday 9u202famu20135u202fpm. Hours may change on holidays — call ahead to confirm.
How is Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range rated?
Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range has an average rating of 4.7/5 from 177 customer reviews on Google.
Does Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range have a website?
Yes. Delaware Wildlife Area Public Shooting Range's official website is https://ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/delaware-wildlife-area-shooting-range.
