Recreational Shooting
Upcoming Events
Check us out at the Pistol and Rifle range, just south of Camp Horno. Please call ahead. Our range schedule is subject to change based on unit training and mission requirements
Everything you need to shoot is available on site:
- Targets with stands
- FREE basic instructions
- Rental guns will use range ammunition ONLY
- Drinking water and chemical toilets are available
- Eye and ear protection can be purchased from the cashier's booth
Additional Info
New to shooting or purchasing a firearm?
Get free firearms instruction with your MCX firearms purchase at Recreational Shooting, Camp Pendleton! This offer is perfect for new firearms owners looking for a safe and educational experience. Call today!
Please call (760) 212-1973.
MCX sales receipt is required to book this free offer.
Our facility is open to active duty personnel/dependents, retired military/dependents, authorized DoD personnel, and civilian guests.
Pistol rentals are available, with no rifle rentals at this time.
- Weapon must be transported as per California regulations.
- Any firearm must be carried directly to and from any lawful operation or purpose must be contained within a locked container. Ammunition must be placed in separate physical location.
- Paper targets 3-75 yards
- Paper targets 25-400 yards
- Steel targets 100-1000 meters
Pistols to Rent
- Berretta 92 FS
- 9mm Springfield EMP
- Springfield 1911
Available for Purchase
- .22LR
- .223
- .308
- .380 Cal
- .38 Cal
- .40
- .45 ACP
- 6.5CM
- 7.62X39
- X51, 9mm
Pricing
| Pistol | Rifle | Hand Gun Rental |
|---|---|---|
|
$18 Active Duty $20 Dependents/Retired/Veteran $25 Civilian/DoD $10 per child under the age of 17, accompanied by an adult |
$22.50 Active Duty $33 Dependents/Retired/Veteran $38 Civilian/DoD $16.50 BZO total of 15 rounds $8 per child under the age of 17, accompanied by an adult |
$10.50 Active Duty $16 Dependents/Retired/Veteran $17 Civilian/DoD $7 per child under the age of 17, accompanied by an adult |
.223, 7.62-51, 7.62-39, 6.5 CM, 308, 17 HMR, .22 LR, .45 ACP, .40 Cal, .38 Cal, 9 mm, .380 Cal
Call (760) 212-1973 for current pricing.
| Targets (10 different types) |
Coverall Rentals | Shotgun Targets |
|---|---|---|
| $2.50/each | $4 | $6.50 |
Contact Information and Resources
Hours of operation:
| Thu-Sun | 10am-4pm |
Please call ahead as our range schedule is subject to change based on unit training and mission requirements.
RANGE COMMANDS AND FOLLOW-ON ACTIONS
"Cease Fire"
Stop shooting.
"Clear Guns"
Remove ammunition source and clear chamber.
"Range Cold"
Do not handle your firearm at this time.
"Eyes and Ears"
Ensure hearing and eye protection are worn.
"Range Hot"
Start shooting.
Cease fire for status at the top of the hour for target placement/maintenance and to accomplish brass call.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Check-in at the green container.
- Long pants and close-toed shoes are required.
- A minimum of a T-shirt length shirt required.
- Bring hearing and eye protection.
- Parkin lot is behind the Ready line.
- Please park large trucks/jeeps in grass/dirt area.
- Personal weapons are allowed.
- Military family members and guests are allowed to use the range.
- Civilian usage is allowed if you have access to the base or are a guest of a base access holder.
- Targets and stands are available onsite.
- Turn in misfire/defective munition to Range Safety Officer.
- For shotguns, no clay pigeons are allowed.
- Rental guns will use range ammunition only.
- Drinking water is available.
- Portable chemical toilets are available.