Ben Avery Shooting Facility
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Ben Avery Shooting Facility
4044 W. Black Canyon Blvd.
Phoenix, Arizona 85086
623 582-8313
623 582-5317 fax
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Ben Avery Shooting Facility Reopens
To ensure public health and safety protocols are observed, and to maximize opportunities for all recreational shooters, only online reservations will be accepted when BASF reopens at 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 13. The new online reservation system will be available Monday, May 11.
- A face covering is required to enter any public restroom or building.
- A face covering is required if you cannot maintain physical distancing of 6 feet or more.
New! Web page for up to date information, weather, range status, and breaking news
The Arizona Game and Fish Commission recently approved the department’s first proposed pricing adjustments for the Ben Avery Shooting Facility (BASF) since 2008. The new daily fees are effective July 1, 2020
Founded in 1957, the Ben Avery Shooting Facility, formerly the Black Canyon Shooting Range, is one of the largest publicly operated shooting facilities in the country.
Our world-class shooting range is a City of Phoenix Point of Pride. It has received a Five Star rating from the National Association of Shooting Ranges. This means that it is the best of the best at providing a quality recreation experience and is the first government facility to receive this designation.
Located on 1650 acres in north Phoenix, the facility averages more than 120,000 shooters per year. The facility offers are wide array of target shooting opportunities. This shooters’ paradise is home to a number of regional and national class competitions and other major events.
Ben Avery Shooting Facility is funded by the revenues generated by user fees and federal dollars appropriated through the Pittman-Robertson Act.
Winter Range at BASF
Feb. 24 – Mar. 1, 2020 Video
Shooting Opportunities at BASF
2020 Rifle and Pistol Match Schedule
2019 Weekly and Monthly Events
With extensive facilities, the Ben Avery Shooting Facility offers a fun and safe environment for all of your shooting needs. Men, women and children ages 5 and older of all experience levels are welcome. Trained safety officers are on the firing line at all times to oversee safety and to offer informal coaching when needed.
