Cheatham WMA Firing Range

Hours are a joke

a month ago

Good little range to shoot at longest distance is only around 100 yards though. It is self managed which is a benefit because you don't have to deal with over instruction and that nonsense just make sure to follow the basics of gun safety and if you see someone just standing there waiting to place a target call the range cold for them. The hours of operation are kind of garbage 10am to 2am is kind of a joke it limits the amount people with day jobs can shoot there. So I would rate this range as a mid tier range. Pros: Not usually crowded Self-manage ( Not reliant on a RSO ) Trash cans ( sometimes free targets and such ) Pavilion style shelter ( rain is less of a issue ) Cons: Hours of operation (10am - 2pm) will get ticketed Shortish range Day pass needed Although its not super crowded it is somewhat hard to get a bench to shoot off of. In closing TWRA could do so much better with this range but it seems that they don't really care to improve on it which is honestly fine id prefer it stay the way it is instead of becoming a unenjoyable experience. if you wanna shoot this is a good place to fire off some mags

2 months ago

It's a really nice place to shoot pistols and rifles. It is a smaller place but was not very crowded. It is a little bit off the beaten path, but for me, it was worth the drive. Bring your own targets and stands, and please be respectful of what is there so we can keep it!

5 months ago

Whorable place especially when the Sadie's come out there they can't control there firearms while operating, there's some guy out there that's seems like he's offering training when he him self needs training never teach or point or revolver down cold range. Make sure you have a extra set of eye's because his class of people will obliterate your target from 5 lanes down. Used to be great spot but sadly this range has gone the way of joe biden.

8 months ago

I'm just echoing what everyone else has said... The hours are silly. I used to shoot here a few years ago when it closed at sunset, but had condensed hours during hunting season. It's never been much to look at, but I absolutely love having a range that's never busy and isn't being managed by over zealous staff. This place was a hidden gem. 10am-2pm daily... Who came up with this? It's an unattended outdoor range. It's not as though staff needs to close to get their kids from daycare. Noise? There's nothing out there. Every time I think I've seen the low point of Cheatham County's lack of hospitality and common sense, they set the bar just a little bit lower and surprise me. A tip of the hat county officials... A tip of the hat. Also, can we all just enjoy the sign made for the gun range, presumably by people that should know something about guns, features an outstanding typo in which they prohibit "fully automated" weapons, then fixed said typo with a Sharpie? A third tip of my hat.

9 months ago

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a year ago

Yep! The hours are 10:00 am til 2:00 PM all days of the week. It is not open until 5 on Sundays. You can get a $400.00 ticket and have your firearms confiscated. You will then hear a very tiny violin playing in the background.

a year ago

Good range, but not well maintained. People need to pick up their trash, targets, and casings. There is a dumpster on location. No restrooms available nearby.

a year ago

3 out of 5 for the hours. I know this is shouting into the wind - but like everyone else has said, 10-2pm is just stupid. 2pm rolls around, pack it up. No joke. The facility is....fine. Basic public outdoor range. Don't expect any amenities. Bring your own target and target stand (no steel allowed). Bit windy there too, so bring stakes or something heavy to hold your target stand. Again, I don't know who makes the hours, but it seems petty. There is absolutely NOTHING around to warrant limiting noise hours.

2 years ago

What is the deal with the 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. hours?!? That is really ridiculous. When this range was opened from 8:00 or 9:00 until dusk it was amazing. A little run down, but who cares, you could go out during the week after work and get a good solid hour in} decided not to go back to work after the pandemic, your screwed except for Saturday and Sunday. Not sure why they went and messed it up like they have!!

2 years ago

The hours used to make this a great place to learn but they have ruined it.

2 years ago

Hours used to be different. Bought permit at 1:50pm. Expired before I got to range. Officer tried to give me $500 ticket for shooting. States clearly on permit good for 2 hrs. Somebody needs to get thelir act together!!

2 years ago

2 years ago

Used to be good until the hours open were limited to 2PM. Now you can't get a table.

3 years ago

This is the best public outdoor range in the Nashville area, although there are some drawbacks. As other reviews have mentioned, the updated hours aren't great. The targets are also not maintained, so you'll need to bring your own target stand, wooden posts, and targets.

3 years ago

Public hours 10 AM through 2 PM, not a big deal. Except when the local Cops decide to use the range during the only public time and turn everybody away. Just be aware if youΓÇÖre driving in from Another county, you might get turned away by the cops during the only public access time. Updated-according to TWRA 3 random days a year the police get full use of this range and closes it to the public. They can do this without warning so you can plan a trip to go to the range, show up and the cops can tell you to leave.

3 years ago

Great range just stupid how it closes at 2pm

3 years ago

This range used to be a great place to go shoot and sight in long guns. With the hours of 10:00-2:00, it impossible to get out there on a week day if you have a 9-5, and this makes the weekends absolutely packed.

3 years ago

Wma ranges should close at sunset, 2pm is utter ridiculousness.

3 years ago

Nice safe set up. Family friendly, everyone I encountered were friendly and respectful. New hours are 10am to 2pm and days a week. Bring your own target, there were some old barrels to attach them too but I would recommend bringing your own stands. Also recommend bringing your own chairs. Concrete benches are provided.

4 years ago

Hours have changed starting July 1st, they are now 10AM till 2PM. The signs posted have no listing of where to get range passes.

4 years ago

Eric has closed it down for repairs and remodeling, will reopen at notice of W.M iin the near future.

4 years ago

Great place to shoot. Bring your own target and a way to mount them. Will be visiting this place more often

5 years ago

5 years ago

5 years ago

It's an outdoor range. Cheap (or free, because literally no one comes by to check you for a pass, I have no idea what these other people are talking about, I've been here 10 times and never seen a warden) to shoot there if you want to make the drive. No ammo restrictions. Bring your own targets and I'd advise bringing a target stand. If you are trying to do distance shooting, you better bring a tall chair. THERE ARE NO CHAIRS HERE ANYMORE. WTF? I would recommend Stones River for long distance shooting! There is NO SUPERVISION. There may or may not be some "uneducated" shooters at this location at any time. Beware and use caution!

6 years ago

Great place to shoot

6 years ago

I have been shooting steel here for 2 years. Today when I arrived, there was a large sign stating the range will only be open from 12-2 during big game season, no automatic fire, you must have a day pass or hunting license and NO STEEL TARGETS. I dont know if the no steel rule is just during hunting season or a "safety" rule. If you plan on shooting here, make sure you bring targets other than steel.

6 years ago

Good outdoor gun range. You need a hunt/fish combo license or a day pass. If you want the day pass you can buy it at walmart for $5.50. No supervision, located in a peaceful area. Very fun! Cant purchase anything there so bring everything you need before hand!

6 years ago

Just a public outdoor range. The chairs were old and torn up, the benches were concrete but worked. It's kind of crude overall but it works. Was not crowded and the three people I met there were very friendly. Only around 10 lanes total between all three bays. I'll go back for sure again to sight in a rifle or just casual shooting if there aren't many people. Make sure you have a pass or your hunting license.

6 years ago

Always a good time!!! Make sure you have a hunting license or day pass, they check!

7 years ago

7 years ago

A very good gun range

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