Coyne Park Rifle and Pistol Range — Attraction in City of Yonkers

I liked that it was a 15 minute bus ride from my home. From the Bedford Park subway stop along the 4, the Bee Line's 20 bus drops off on Central Park Ave and McLean. From there, it's only a short walk to Coyne Park.

The elderly gentlemen that were running the place when I went were nice enough. Since I don't have a permit in New York, they provide a package that includes lane time, rental of a .22 rifle, 100 rounds of ammo, 2 targets, and eye/ear protection. As of this post, $58 per person.

Note: When I've gone to ranges in Arizona, if I'm new to the place, I'm required to review safety rules and/or watch a safety video. At Coyne Park, I was asked if I had experience shooting. I replied yes and was left to my own devices. Not sure what to make of that.

The range officer(?) showed me the operation of the rifle which was simple enough. Although I didn't take note of it at the time, the rifle looked like and probably was a polymer Ruger 10/22 with a 10 round magazine. It looked and felt like the equipment was well-maintained as I experienced zero malfunctions.

The mechanism to place your targets at the desired distance was operated by hand wheel. There's a certain charm to it, so no points off for that. The facility itself was clean and uncluttered.

I have to admit that I've been spoiled by the quality of facilities at the Scottsdale Gun Club, but I suppose that for a public range in New York, beggars can't be choosers. Overall, it was a positive experience. I plan on bringing some family and friends here to introduce them to the shooting sports. I don't want their only exposure to firearms to be be from television and movies. Coyne Park Rifle and Pistol Range seems like a decent enough place to give them a taste of what it's all about.

Afterward, the nearby strip mall would be a nice place to grab some...

Great staff; knowledgeable, helpful and nice. They keep the environment at the range friendly and relax. I highly recommend this place. They can help you with practical things if you ask for help, but if they see you know what you are doing, they leave you alone. They can help you with classes and tips to obtain the pistol permit and their prices are way lower than...

Not the most high tech or new range, but the staff made up for it, which is just as important. Jerry one of the range-masters there took the time to give me some tips, which actually where very beneficial and helpful. Definitely recommend. Just wish they would be able to update the range to allow larger caliber...