Union County Gun Ranges
Union County is a small, rural county in North Florida that serves primarily as a residential area for workers in surrounding counties. It does not host any public or commercial shooting ranges. Residents must rely on facilities in adjacent counties for all forms of recreational shooting and training.
Closest Public Rifle/Pistol Option
The best public shooting facility for Union County residents is located in the neighboring county to the south.
Lewis D. Whitaker Osceola Shooting Range (FWC)
Address: Lake City, FL (Located in Columbia County, south of Union County)
Hours: Open daily from sunrise to sunset, except on Thursdays (closed until noon for maintenance).
Type: Outdoor Range (FWC-Managed, Unsupervised)
Details: This free, unsupervised FWC public range is easily accessible from Lake Butler. It features covered shooting positions for rifle and pistol practice at various distances, including 100-yard targets, as well as a dedicated shotgun area. This is the primary option for public, walk-in practice.
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Closest Full-Service Commercial Range
Gateway Rifle and Pistol Club (GRPC)
Address: 9300 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221 (Located in Duval County, Northeast of Union County)
Hours: Open 7 days a week, 8:00 AM until near dusk (primarily a member club, but daily memberships may be available).
Type: Outdoor Range (Membership/Public Access)
Details: A large, comprehensive facility offering daily memberships for occasional shooters. GRPC features extensive outdoor ranges, including pistol ranges and rifle ranges with positions at 25, 50, 100, and 200 yards. This is the closest full-service, long-distance commercial option.
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Plan Your Next Range Visit
Since Union County has no public range, plan to travel to the free Osceola Shooting Range in Columbia County for basic outdoor rifle/pistol practice. For long-distance or competitive shooting, consider a trip to Jacksonville.
Last verified: December 2025 Note: Hours and policies may change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm before visiting.
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