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Shooting ranges in Maine

Compare 5 ranges across Maine, from the highest-rated facilities to the complete statewide list.

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Top picks in Maine

  1. No. 1

    ECONOMY GUNS/INDOOR SHOOTING RANGE

    Madison, ME 4.8 out of 5 (47)

    Economy Guns/Indoor Shooting Range is a full-time Madison, Maine-based indoor shooting range, gun shop, and ammunition supplier known for its knowledgeable, beginner-friendly owners and clean, relaxed atmosphere.

    The hits

    • Owners provide hands-on, beginner-friendly instruction and safety guidance.
    • Clean, well-ventilated indoor facility with a relaxed, non-crowded atmosphere.
    • Accommodates both pistol and rifle practice without requiring advance reservations.
    • Offers firearm ordering, transfers, and on-site ammunition sales.

    The misses

    • In-store selection of pistols and rifles for immediate purchase is limited.
    • Lane lighting is considered dim by some visitors, and there is no dedicated staging area for donning protective gear before entering the range.
    • Operational hours and online schedules occasionally conflict, restricting visit planning.
  2. No. 2

    IF&W Summerhaven Range

    Augusta, ME 4.6 out of 5 (61)

    IF&W Summerhaven Range is a free, outdoor public shooting facility in Augusta, Maine, operated by the state Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife and supervised by volunteer Range Safety Officers who assist visitors with pistol, rifle, and archery shooting.

    The hits

    • Free admission with volunteer Range Safety Officers and complimentary loaner equipment such as targets, rifle mounts, and spotting scopes.
    • Staffed by knowledgeable, licensed instructors who actively assist with sighting in optics and improving marksmanship fundamentals.
    • Clean, well-maintained outdoor bays with dedicated spaces for rifle, pistol, and archery use.
    • Strong safety culture and patient supervision that creates a welcoming environment for beginners and families.
    • Ample parking and straightforward access, with occasional formal instructional classes offered on-site.

    The misses

    • Strict operational rules prohibit rapid fire and drawing from a holster, limiting utility for advanced defensive or tactical training.
    • Concrete surfaces and structural design reflect sound concussion back toward the firing line, producing a loud acoustic environment even with proper hearing protection.
    • Archery facilities have received specific criticism regarding aging targets, shorter available distances, and a reported lack of bow-specific expertise among staff.
  3. No. 3

    Big Pine Gun Club

    Guilford, ME 5 out of 5 (14)

    Big Pine Gun Club is a membership-based shooting organization in west central Maine offering indoor and outdoor ranges - including pistol, rifle, and shotgun facilities - along with educational courses, community events, and family-inclusive programming.

    The hits

    • Diverse indoor and outdoor shooting options, including a 50-foot indoor pistol range, 100- and 400-yard outdoor rifle and pistol ranges, and automated skeet, trap, and sporting clays.
    • Family-inclusive annual membership that covers a spouse and dependents, with a dedicated 100-foot youth rimfire range and educational programming for young shooters.
    • Active calendar of NRA-affiliated courses, hunters safety instruction, and community events such as an annual auction and gun show.
    • All ranges advertised as handicap accessible, supporting broader physical accessibility across the facility.
    • Emphasis on structured safety and orientation, with new member briefings and clear guest policies overseen by club officers.

    The misses

    • Limited casual access for non-members: guests must be hosted by a member, are restricted to two at a time, and are permitted a maximum of three visits before being encouraged to join.
    • Shotgun facilities operate on a narrow schedule, generally open only Tuesday evenings at 5:00 p.m. and Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m.
    • Event scheduling and cancellation details are dispersed across multiple website pages, requiring visitors to cross-reference the schedule page, event-specific pages, and the Maine page for current information.
  4. No. 4

    Lincoln County Rifle Club

    Damariscotta, ME 5 out of 5 (5)

    A historic, member-governed 501(c)(7) nonprofit in Damariscotta, Maine, offering a 300-yard outdoor rifle range, dedicated pistol bays, heated indoor .22 and air-gun lines, and seasonal trap shooting since 1933.

    The hits

    • Diverse range infrastructure including a 300-yard outdoor rifle line, two outdoor pistol ranges, and a heated seven-bay indoor facility for .22 and air guns.
    • Rigorous safety culture with redundant warning systems, explicit firearm handling rules, and mandatory member orientations.
    • Active programming calendar featuring weekly trap shoots, monthly meetings, and a flexible Summer Pistol League open to active members.
    • Long-standing community heritage with 400-plus members, nonprofit governance, and an explicitly non-political, ethics-focused mission.
    • Year-round indoor heated bays that allow rimfire and air-gun practice regardless of weather.

    The misses

    • Membership is required; the club does not advertise public walk-in or day-pass access, gating entry behind an application and orientation process.
    • The heated indoor range is reserved primarily for .22 and air guns, so centerfire rifle and larger-caliber pistol practice is limited to outdoor, unheated lines.
    • The front gate lock power system required renovation in early 2024 after shortcomings, and members are still asked to report ongoing access trouble.
  5. No. 5

    S&S Weapons, LLC

    East Millinocket, ME 5 out of 5 (19)

    S&S Weapons, LLC is a family-owned firearm shop and indoor shooting range in East Millinocket, Maine, offering a clean four-lane facility, hands-on owner instruction, and a welcoming environment for shooters of all experience levels.

    The hits

    • Family-owned operation with direct owner involvement from Scott and Samantha, offering personalized, educational instruction.
    • Clean, modern, four-lane indoor range maintained to a high standard.
    • Welcoming, low-pressure atmosphere suited to beginners, families, and children.
    • Diverse rental inventory including high-caliber and specialty firearms, plus strong regional ammo and firearm selection.
    • Loyal customer pricing program and attentive special-order service for prospective buyers.

    The misses

    • Remote small-town location in East Millinocket requires travel for visitors outside northern Penobscot County.
    • The four-lane indoor configuration is compact and may accommodate fewer simultaneous shooters than larger metro ranges.

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