Basalt State Wildlife Area Shooting Range
Rifle range and pistol range on the Basalt State Wildlife Area (Lake Christine unit), managed by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Shooting hours: March 15-Oct. 14, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon., Tue., Thu., Fri. and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun.; Oct. 15-March 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on those days. Closed Wednesdays. A Colorado hunting or fishing license or SWA pass is required for visitors 16 and older. From Basalt, 0.5 mile west on Two Rivers Rd. to Homestead Dr., then north to the access road.
Public land and government ranges often require a day-use pass, weekly permit, or annual recreation pass before you can shoot. Rules, hours, and access restrictions vary by managing agency. Please research the specific permit requirements and current conditions before making the trip.