Angeles Shooting Ranges — Local services in San Fernando

Great place to go, even if your a 1st timer. Range Masters (guys with red shirts walking back and forth), are there to help and keep the place safe. You will see them walk back and forth (behind you, that is to make sure everyone is safe, using the correct ammo- no metal-can cause a fire) My family (my wife, daughter and son) have been going there since November 2013. Just follow the rules, and they will not call you out on the loud speaker. On cease fires, stay away from the benches, take anything you may need (like your magazines to refill them, etc. During the cease fire, leave the action open and the firearm unloaded), When they say it is safe to go down range, make sure you walk past the front benches and go set up a new target, take a picture of your target, etc., but don't stop or slow down when passing the front benches, it is for the safety of everyone going down range setting target. When walking your firearm from the rear of the benches to the front, keep the muzzle pointed upward (like a range master told us, that is how they want it, other ranges are different, but they want you to do it that way) Go to their website to learn more information on their rules..They added a new section on the .22 section, looks fun for the kids, but as one of the range masters told me, the parents seem to have more fun on them. I have a membership, it benefits you, especially if you go there twice a month or so. They also rent spotting scopes and rifle rests. They vary in being busy, example, this Sunday (May15, 2016), I went with my son, I got there at 7:43 am, there were lots of people there, the line to pay was from the entrance to the other exit. We were there till 11:30 am, some people that got there when we were there had already left, some that got there after we got there left before us. It all depends on you, on how much ammo, or your family. After my kids get tired, they sit at the rear benches playing their electronics, which lets us (MOM AND DAD) enjoy some more range time. We have taken my co-worker to shoot her rifle, I my wife's co-worker and their family to shoot their gun. We have taken my sister in law and her son to learn and shoot our guns/rifles. This is the only outdoor range that I have gone to. I have gone to LA GUN CLUB, that was used to rent guns to see what we were going to be buying. Sorry this review is so long, but I have so much to say (all good), but seeing is believing...Well I hope this review is helpful. All the staff is helpful, remember there is not dumb question, so ask ALL the employees are there to help, and they will answer to the best of their ability. Remember, 2 things, 1. Firearm safety is common sense and, 2. "Gun control is being able to hit your...

First, PLEASE READ THE RANGE RULES!! when visiting this range (or any other range, for that matter.)

Second, have your eye and ear protection on as soon as you walk up to the office.

Visited the Angeles Shooting Range for the first time, yesterday. My experience was very good all around. The range was very clean and well kept. Staff was very professional, alert and friendly. Visitors were also kind, friendly and minding their own business.

Upon arrival, one needs to fill out the release form, which are outside on a table (pens are supplied, too), then pay inside the small office. I asked for a pistol target when paying for an additional $2 (which are fully refundable when carton is returned with RECEIPT. SO, DON'T FORGET TO GET YOUR RECEIPT WHEN YOU PAY.) You get a cardboard with two 10" targets.

There are two sections in the range, since I brought my handgun, I went to the right wing of the range. (Maps are available online, as pdf, or at the office.) The shooter's area is under roof. Area is very clean with trash cans every 20ft or so. There's an alleyway running parallel to the back for vehicle drop off of equipment (which is cool if you brought tons of gear!)

Line Officers are very keen at finding violations, so please don't take it personal if you get called on with even the smallest of violation. (So, to minimize this, PLEASE READ the RULES and REGULATIONS before setting foot at the range!) I really like this, as it makes it safer knowing that there is someone watching for your safety! They are constantly walking down the wing. When area is "cold", Line Officers sometimes walk along shooting tables, without touching anything, to check for any violations. There is a break of "cold" time about every 25-30 mins. "Cold" breaks are about 5-7 mins. I really like this, as it gives me time to remove my ear protection for a while, go to the restroom, have a snack, or just sit down.

I was there for four hours, and it felt good. I see myself going there once or twice a month. I would definitely visit more often, but I live in Whittier and the drive is quite long.

Things to remember when going to this range:

Read the RULES and REGULATIONS! Come with a good attitude. Expect to be called on by Line Officers if you break even the smallest of violation. So, don't take #3 personal! Read the RULES and REGULATIONS! Bring some snacks and drinks in cooler. HAVE FUN!!

Oh, and just for those who don't know, "HOT" time is when shooting happens. "COLD" time is when NO shooting happens and you can't touch anything left on the firing tables. You can't step beyond the yellow (or white) line! But, can place or remove your target (in...

It's a great range. The range officers are helpful but vigilant. They do have rules that are strictly enforced, so do read the rules and be aware they may ask you to observe other practices not in the rules. If you are new to shooting on a well regulated range or slip up once in a while (don't we all?), expect to be reminded of the rules by the staff. The intention is all good.

If you don't like rules, or if you become offended, angry, unhappy, or think you are being disrespected if someone reminds you to follow them, please don't come to this range. And stay away from firearms: you don't have the right attitude for safe shooting around other people.

I found that the regulars here are all a pretty good set of people. There is enough time during the cease fires to get to know the other people shooting with you, and it can be a great learning experience. I've met shooters from all over the LA area, and indeed, all over the world. Lots of law enforcement folks also. There are all kinds of shooters here: they are shooting black powder, reloaders, precision shooters, all types of rifles, .22 pistol plinkers, any revolver you can imagine, lots of automatics in every caliber, as well as shotguns. There are old guys like me, younger men, women, and families: all ages, shapes, sizes, and colors.

I bought my first revolver recently, a .357 magnum, and was not doing well with it at all, but the staff and a couple of the other shooters were very helpful in helping me understand how hold and fire it properly, and now I do better with it than my automatics.

There are no firearm rentals here.

No restaurant, but there is a picnic area, coffee for sale in the pro-shop and usually a hot-dog and soda vendor in front of the range. There are lots of great places to eat within a few miles of the range for after shooting meals.

My usual routine is to zero my firearms and warm up with paper targets, evaluate my technique and results, then move over to steel targets for just plain fun plinking. The steels are of various sizes and shapes and are at various ranges, from 35 to 100 yards for handguns and pistol caliber rifles, and 100 out to 600 yards for rifles. Paper targets can be set up at appropriate distances, with some restrictions, and there is a dedicated 7 yard paper target area for handguns. There are clay throwers for your shotgun practice.

If you shoot a lot, consider joining as a member. Check the price list for discount periods: more shooting for less money. They are open in the evenings on...