Lewis D. Whitaker Osceola Shooting Range
Updates:
Limited schedule in effect until January 1, 2027.
About this range:
This range offers supervised rifle and handgun ranges as well as an elevated archery range providing target shooting enthusiasts a place to gain skills and knowledge for safe, responsible firearms handling and target shooting.
Phone:
None
County:
Columbia
Location:
Forest Road 278 in the Osceola National Forest (197 NE National Forest Road 278, Lake City, FL 32055)
GPS Coordinates:
30°12’04.47”N
82°35’30.36”W
Menu:
- 10-position 200-yard rifle range
- 10-position 50-yard small bore rifle/handgun range
- 10-position 50-yard handgun range
- Elevated archery range with known distance targets
NOTE: Shotguns are strictly prohibited except if shooting shotgun slugs.
Cost:
Free
Hours:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
This limited schedule will be in effect until January 1, 2027.
Note: Last shooter registration is at 4:30 p.m., last shot fired is 4:45 p.m.
Closures:
The Osceola Range is closed outside of the limited scheduled operating hours until January 1, 2027.
Supervision:
The rifle and handgun ranges are supervised by range safety officers and volunteers.
Amenities:
- Target frames on the rifle and handgun ranges are provided. Shooters must bring targets to attach to the center of the frames.
- Restrooms are available.