California Tactical Academy Q & A

Yes! We are currently open Wednesday – Sunday from 8 AM to 4 PM *Check holiday hours in advance.

We have one of the largest Public shooting facility in California; the range fee will allow you access to the 1000-yard RIFLE, multi-yard PISTOL, double point fixed SHOTGUN and Rim Fire ranges.

Daily access to the public range costs $25 on weekdays and $30 on weekends.

The fee includes unlimited shooting at steel targets that are set up at the rifle, pistol and shotgun ranges. You will also get a board with a paper target at 50 or 100 yards. We offer discounts to Law Enforcement, Search and Rescue, Fire, military personnel, and children under 18 years of age.

All shooters must be at least 8 years old or older and accompanied by a parent or authorized guardian 21 years or older AT ALL TIMES.

Yes, once our range master calls for a cease-fire, you’ll be able to set your own (paper) targets using the supplied target board. Shooting at any other object, i.e. golf balls, cans, etc., is prohibited.

Extra board with targets costs $5, which you can set at 50, 200, 300 & 400 yards.

ABSOLUTELY NO steel jacket or steel core ammunition (armor piercing, incendiary rounds, tracer rounds) or bi-metal rounds may be used at the Range at any time.  Easiest way to check and see if you need to purchase ammo at the range would be to take a magnet to the actual projectile and see if it sticks.  If it does it has some kind of steel which will cause a spark on our steel and be a fire hazard.

We allow Muzzle Loaders and pistols of all calibers including sporting rifles up to .58 calibers. Modern tactical and sniper rifles up to .50 Caliber may be shot at steel targets starting at 600 yards and any assigned paper targets.

We do not allow modern tactical rifles above .50 calibers.

Before shooting any large caliber rifle, you must clear your rifle and ammunition with a “Range Safety Officer” or the “Range Master.”

We are located about 2 miles up a gravel driveway. SPEED LIMIT IS 15 MPH. ANYONE GOING OVER 15 MPH WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE.

Public range is ONLY first come first serve. No reservations are taken.

Yes but we will offer you a private range rental if you see fit for your group.

We will take care of any additional shooters the day of your visit. It is $40 each additional shooter after 4 shooters on a bay.

What is your experience level? What kind of firearm are you looking to train with? Are you interested in a group or private class?

Group classes are organized by level on the Training Courses page.

Private classes are usually available to schedule per your request & availability.

Online booking is available https://ctala.com/private-shooting-range

If you are wanting to book the range for a party on a specific date with specific targets and for a longer period of time, email [email protected]

Ranges are usually rented out for 4 hours at a time (8am – 12pm & 12pm – 4 pm). Choose the time slot and date on the website while booking.

It’s possible to rent out a bay for longer or shorter periods of time, but you need to visit/call the range to set it up.

Currently, the public range operates on a first-come-first-served basis. The earlier you arrive, the better. Naturally, weekdays are less busy than weekends.

The public range includes a rifle range, pistol range, shotgun range, and rimfire range.

The rifle range extends out to 1000-yards and has targets set up at different distances.

Pistol, shotgun, and rimfire ranges are shorter in distance. More on that here under Public Range features https://ctala.com/cta-public-range

Yes, rentals are available at the pro shop. Here’s our usual inventory https://ctala.com/gun-rental/

Not everything is available all the time. To check current availability, contact the range.

IMPORTANT to know:

  •  If you do NOT own a firearm you MUST have someone with you in order to rent any firearm, unless you are renting a firearm to participate in a group training at the range.

  • If you Plan on coming in alone to rent a firearm you MUST already own a firearm and bring it with you to the range, unless you are renting a firearm to participate in a group training at the range.

  • You MUST use in-range ammo for all rental guns.

  • You are required to present a valid ID at the time of rental.

  • Must fill out our WAIVER in order to rent firearms.

  • Must be 21 or older OR be accompanied by parent or legal guardian.

If it’s for a bay that costs more than $200, you can leave a deposit in the amount of $200 through this link and then call the range and make an appointment: https://ctala.com/product/deposit

Yes

Yes, each additional shooter after the first 4 are $40 per shooter per bay booking.

All visitors SHOOTERS and NON SHOOTERS must sign the waiver at the public range and check in with CTA staff. We will ask where you are headed for the day and provide the information needed.  Everyone that checks in will receive a wristband, if you do not have a wristband we assume you didn’t check in.

No glass, cans, drums or anything that is not approved by CTA management.
Everything must be cleaned up and taken to the dumpster.

Yes. Take a magnet and check the projectile (the bullet that goes down range). If it sticks, you can NOT use it here. Bi-metal and steel core CAN NOT BE USED.

Shooting from the holster is not allowed on the public range but is allowed on the private ranges.

Yes. You are free to use a bow and arrow only on our private ranges.

We are currently developing bow and arrow rental and sale, we recommend to sign up to our email list to receive live updates.

Yes.

Yes, you can bring up your propane or gas grill. Charcoal grills are not allowed.  No open flame.

Water, drinks and some snacks are available to buy at the pro shop.  We recommend bringing out plenty of water and lunch as we are in a canyon about 25 min from any food venues.

Yes. Contact the range.

Yes, we usually have the most common calibers available at the pro shop.

CTA premium does not include access to club matches (shooting competitions) or access to the club ranges. It includes the following:

  1. Public range access for a daily flat rate of $10 only.

  2. 50% off selected bays 3-10 (up to 4 guests per bay).

  3. 10% off all CTA training courses and seminars.

  4. CTA hat and premium ear muffs (1).

  5. 20% discount on any additional family member membership.

  6. Access to “Members Only” events.

You must register for a club membership online and upload all the required information and documents before visiting the range to be assessed and approved by the match director, before paying and joining the club.

Yes, contact the range.

Yes https://ctala.com/product/shooting-range-gift-cards-california-tactical-academy

Yes – book a class online: https://ctala.com/tactical-shooting-classes/

If you are having trouble signing up online, call the range.

ALL Minors Must Be Accompanied by a PARENT or GUARDIAN.
The following people are NOT allowed to sign a waiver for a Minor:
Friends, Grandparents, Siblings (brother or sister), Aunts, Uncles, Parents of other participating Minors.