The Conecuh National Forest Shooting Range, one of the only unattended shooting ranges in the area, closed over 2 years ago due to footprint concerns. At the time of closure, the US Forest Service promised to either modify or relocate the range as soon as possible.
After a long wait, it will finally reopen at its new location this Thursday, September 26th, at 10am. The range will initially be free, and then $3 per day PER VEHICLE with self-service payment after the reopening. Based on pictures, it looks like the max distance is still ~100yds and you must bring your own target stands (paper targets only). There is also a new ‘clays’ area for shotgun shooting.
The new location is at the corner of Alabama county roads 4 and 11 northwest of Baker. Based on Google Maps, it’s about 56 miles from Ranger Firearms in north Ft Walton Beach – ie about the same distance as the previous location – although it takes more secondary roads to get there. From Baker, turn west at the 4-way stop and then turn left onto Beaver Creek rd 6.4 miles from the stop. From there, keep right to stay on Beaver Creek road until it turns into Hwy 4/11 for a short stretch where the range will be on the right.
We will be attending the opening (weather permitting) and will post a report with pictures.
Download the Reopening Invitation
Download the Conecuh Range Rules
